CVE-2012-4467

CVE-2012-4467 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux Kernel with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.6. 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-399.

Key facts

Description

The (1) do_siocgstamp and (2) do_siocgstampns functions in net/socket.c in the Linux kernel before 3.5.4 use an incorrect argument order, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel memory or cause a denial of service (system crash) via a crafted ioctl call.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-4467?
The (1) do_siocgstamp and (2) do_siocgstampns functions in net/socket.c in the Linux kernel before 3.5.4 use an incorrect argument order, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel memory or cause a denial of service (system crash) via a crafted ioctl call.
How severe is CVE-2012-4467?
CVE-2012-4467 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2012-4467 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (39th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-4467?
CVE-2012-4467 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 143 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4467?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2012-4467 published?
CVE-2012-4467 was published on 2012-10-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (143)

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