CVE-2013-6432

CVE-2013-6432 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux Kernel with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The ping_recvmsg function in net/ipv4/ping.c in the Linux kernel before 3.12.4 does not properly interact with read system calls on ping sockets, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and system crash) by leveraging unspecified privileges to execute a crafted application.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-6432?
The ping_recvmsg function in net/ipv4/ping.c in the Linux kernel before 3.12.4 does not properly interact with read system calls on ping sockets, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and system crash) by leveraging unspecified privileges to execute a crafted application.
How severe is CVE-2013-6432?
CVE-2013-6432 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2013-6432 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (38th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-6432?
CVE-2013-6432 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 284 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-6432?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2013-6432 published?
CVE-2013-6432 was published on 2013-12-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (284)

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