Improper input validation in Linux Kernel

CVE-2013-1763

Array index error in the __sock_diag_rcv_msg function in net/core/sock_diag.c in the Linux kernel before 3.7.10 allows local users to gain privileges via a large family value in a Netlink message.

Vulnerability class: Drupalgeddon 2 (CVE-2018-7600)

EPSS: 0.042 (89.9th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

Public proof-of-concept exploits

References

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-1763?
CVE-2013-1763 is a vulnerability in Linux Kernel, classified under Improper Input Validation. Published 2013-02-28.
Is CVE-2013-1763 known to be exploited?
61 public proof-of-concept repositories are indexed. Not currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.