CVE-2010-1083: The processcompl_compat function in drivers/usb/core/devio.c in Linux kernel 2.6.x through 2.6.32, and poss...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This flaw could let someone with local physical USB access read small amounts of kernel memory after a failed USB userspace request. It is mainly a confidentiality issue for older Linux 2.6 systems, not a remote internet-facing compromise based on the provided sources. Exposure is most likely on legacy Linux 2.6 systems, appliances, virtualization hosts, or vendor-supported products that inherited affected kernels. The described attacker needs physical proximity or local USB userspace access, which limits broad exposure but matters for shared, kiosk, lab, datacenter, and appliance environments. Prioritize this for legacy Linux and appliance risk reduction, especially where untrusted people can reach USB ports. It is not evidenced as remotely exploitable or actively exploited in the provided sources, but it can expose sensitive kernel memory and signals outdated platform risk. Mitigation focus: Apply vendor kernel updates from relevant Linux or product advisories.; Identify vendor products that reference CVE-2010-1083 and follow their guidance.; Restrict physical USB access on sensitive legacy systems..

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Jun 28, 2026, 02:49 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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