CVE-2013-6282
CISA KEVPublished September 15, 2022 · Updated April 3, 2026
high
Official Description+
The get_user and put_user API functions of the Linux kernel fail to validate the target address when being used on ARM v6k/v7 platforms. This allows an application to read and write kernel memory which could lead to privilege escalation.
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product |
|---|---|
| Linux | Kernel |
Patch Status
Patch by 2022-10-06
Recommended Actions
- Check if your systems use any of the affected products listed above.
- Apply vendor patches immediately if available.
- This vulnerability is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog — prioritize remediation.
- Monitor vendor advisories for updates and additional mitigations.
- Review logs for indicators of compromise related to CVE-2013-6282.