CVE-2015-1333

CVE-2015-1333 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux Kernel with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.9. 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

Memory leak in the __key_link_end function in security/keys/keyring.c in the Linux kernel before 4.1.4 allows local users to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via many add_key system calls that refer to existing keys.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-1333?
Memory leak in the __key_link_end function in security/keys/keyring.c in the Linux kernel before 4.1.4 allows local users to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via many add_key system calls that refer to existing keys.
How severe is CVE-2015-1333?
CVE-2015-1333 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.9, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2015-1333 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-2015-1333?
CVE-2015-1333 affects Linux Linux Kernel. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-1333?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2015-1333 published?
CVE-2015-1333 was published on 2015-08-31 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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