CVE-2013-0268

CVE-2013-0268 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-264.

Key facts

Description

The msr_open function in arch/x86/kernel/msr.c in the Linux kernel before 3.7.6 allows local users to bypass intended capability restrictions by executing a crafted application as root, as demonstrated by msr32.c.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-0268?
The msr_open function in arch/x86/kernel/msr.c in the Linux kernel before 3.7.6 allows local users to bypass intended capability restrictions by executing a crafted application as root, as demonstrated by msr32.c.
How severe is CVE-2013-0268?
CVE-2013-0268 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.2, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2013-0268 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-0268?
CVE-2013-0268 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 167 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-0268?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2013-0268 published?
CVE-2013-0268 was published on 2013-02-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (167)

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