CVE-2010-1088

CVE-2010-1088 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux Kernel with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

fs/namei.c in Linux kernel 2.6.18 through 2.6.34 does not always follow NFS automount "symlinks," which allows attackers to have an unknown impact, related to LOOKUP_FOLLOW.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2010-1088?
fs/namei.c in Linux kernel 2.6.18 through 2.6.34 does not always follow NFS automount "symlinks," which allows attackers to have an unknown impact, related to LOOKUP_FOLLOW.
How severe is CVE-2010-1088?
CVE-2010-1088 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.4, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2010-1088 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2010-1088?
CVE-2010-1088 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 252 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2010-1088?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2010-1088 published?
CVE-2010-1088 was published on 2010-04-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (252)

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