CVE-2012-3511

CVE-2012-3511 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux Kernel with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-362.

Key facts

Description

Multiple race conditions in the madvise_remove function in mm/madvise.c in the Linux kernel before 3.4.5 allow local users to cause a denial of service (use-after-free and system crash) via vectors involving a (1) munmap or (2) close system call.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-3511?
Multiple race conditions in the madvise_remove function in mm/madvise.c in the Linux kernel before 3.4.5 allow local users to cause a denial of service (use-after-free and system crash) via vectors involving a (1) munmap or (2) close system call.
How severe is CVE-2012-3511?
CVE-2012-3511 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.2, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2012-3511 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (30th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-3511?
CVE-2012-3511 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 104 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-3511?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2012-3511 published?
CVE-2012-3511 was published on 2012-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (104)

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