CVE-2010-4163
MediumThe blk_rq_map_user_iov function in block/blk-map.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.36.2 allows local users to cause a denial of service (panic) via a zero-length I/O request in a device ioctl to a SCSI device.
CVSS 2.0 score
4.7
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C
Weakness type
CWE-20CVE-2010-4163 is a Improper Input Validation vulnerability
What is Improper Input Validation?
The product receives input but does not validate it correctly, allowing attackers to craft inputs that cause unexpected behavior. Learn more on MITRE CWE
References
The following references provide additional information about CVE-2010-4163 including vendor advisories, patch commits, exploit details, and third-party analysis. Links are sourced from the NIST NVD database.
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Mailing List Third Party Advisory
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Third Party Advisory
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Broken Link
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Securityfocushttp://www.securityfocus.com/bid/44793Third Party Advisory VDB Entry
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PatchKernel patch commithttp://git.kernel.org/?p=linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux-2.6.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=9284bcf4e335e5f18a8bc7b26461c33ab60d0689
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PatchKernel patch commithttps://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=652957
Frequently asked questions
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What is CVE-2010-4163?
CVE-2010-4163 is a Medium severity Linux kernel vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.7 out of 10 , classified as an Improper Input Validation flaw (CWE-20) . CVE-2010-4163 has not been confirmed as actively exploited and is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog.
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What is the CVSS score for CVE-2010-4163?
CVE-2010-4163 has a CVSS score of 4.7 out of 10, rated Medium severity (CVSS 2.0). The vector string is
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Is there a patch available for CVE-2010-4163?
No patch is currently available for CVE-2010-4163. Monitor the NIST NVD and your Linux distribution's security advisories for updates.
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Is CVE-2010-4163 actively exploited?
No — CVE-2010-4163 has not been confirmed as actively exploited. It is not listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog.
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What is Improper Input Validation (CWE-20)?
The product receives input but does not validate it correctly, allowing attackers to craft inputs that cause unexpected behavior. View CWE-20 on MITRE CWE →