ACTIVELY EXPLOITED

CVE-2013-2596: Linux Kernel Integer Overflow Vulnerability

Facts
VendorLinux
ProductKernel
Actively exploitedYes
Added to CISA KEV15 Sep 2022
CISA federal deadline6 Oct 2022
Weakness (CWE)CWE-189

Required action (CISA's text)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Description (NVD)

Linux kernel fb_mmap function in drivers/video/fbmem.c contains an integer overflow vulnerability that allows for privilege escalation.

SOURCES

Other Linux flaws

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