Linux Kernel '/net/core/scm.c' nsproxy Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Bugtraq ID:	62072
Class:	Unknown
CVE:	CVE-2013-4300
Remote:	No
Local:	Yes
Published:	Aug 27 2013 12:00AM
Updated:	Oct 23 2013 12:45AM
Credit:	grsecurity
Vulnerable:	Ubuntu Ubuntu Linux 12.04 LTS i386 Ubuntu Ubuntu Linux 12.04 LTS amd64
Not Vulnerable:

Linux Kernel '/net/core/scm.c' nsproxy Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

The Linux kernel is prone to a local privilege-escalation vulnerability.

Local attackers may exploit this issue to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges or cause a denial-of-service condition.

Linux kernel 3.10.10 is vulnerable; other version may also be affected.

Linux Kernel '/net/core/scm.c' nsproxy Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Currently, we are not aware of any working exploits. If you feel we are in error or if you are aware of more recent information, please mail us at: [email protected].

Linux Kernel '/net/core/scm.c' nsproxy Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Solution:
Updates are available. Please see the references or vendor advisory for more information.

Linux Kernel '/net/core/scm.c' nsproxy Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

References:

• Linux Homepage (Linux)