CVE-2013-7026

CVE-2013-7026 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-362.

Key facts

Description

Multiple race conditions in ipc/shm.c in the Linux kernel before 3.12.2 allow local users to cause a denial of service (use-after-free and system crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted application that uses shmctl IPC_RMID operations in conjunction with other shm system calls.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-7026?
Multiple race conditions in ipc/shm.c in the Linux kernel before 3.12.2 allow local users to cause a denial of service (use-after-free and system crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted application that uses shmctl IPC_RMID operations in conjunction with other shm system calls.
How severe is CVE-2013-7026?
CVE-2013-7026 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.7, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2013-7026 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (33rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-7026?
CVE-2013-7026 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 274 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-7026?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2013-7026 published?
CVE-2013-7026 was published on 2013-12-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (274)

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