ACTIVELY EXPLOITED

CVE-2010-3904: Linux Kernel Improper Input Validation Vulnerability

Facts
VendorLinux
ProductKernel
Actively exploitedYes
Added to CISA KEV12 May 2023
CISA federal deadline2 Jun 2023
Weakness (CWE)CWE-20

Required action (CISA's text)

The impacted product is end-of-life and should be disconnected if still in use.

Description (NVD)

Linux Kernel contains an improper input validation vulnerability in the Reliable Datagram Sockets (RDS) protocol implementation that allows local users to gain privileges via crafted use of the sendmsg and recvmsg system calls.

SOURCES

Other Linux flaws

Data from NVD, CISA KEV, FIRST EPSS and vendor advisories. Updated 10 Nov 2026.