CVE-2013-2058

CVE-2013-2058 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux Kernel with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.7. 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-119.

Key facts

Description

The host_start function in drivers/usb/chipidea/host.c in the Linux kernel before 3.7.4 does not properly support a certain non-streaming option, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (system crash) by sending a large amount of network traffic through a USB/Ethernet adapter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-2058?
The host_start function in drivers/usb/chipidea/host.c in the Linux kernel before 3.7.4 does not properly support a certain non-streaming option, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (system crash) by sending a large amount of network traffic through a USB/Ethernet adapter.
How severe is CVE-2013-2058?
CVE-2013-2058 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.7, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2013-2058 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-2058?
CVE-2013-2058 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 241 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-2058?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2013-2058 published?
CVE-2013-2058 was published on 2013-11-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (241)

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