CVE-2010-3310: Multiple integer signedness errors in net/rose/af_rose.c in the Linux kernel before 2.6.36-rc5-next-2010092...

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CVE-2010-3310 is an old Linux kernel flaw in ROSE networking code. A local user could trigger heap memory corruption, causing a crash or possibly other unspecified impact. The provided record does not show remote exploitation or confirmed active exploitation. Exposure is most relevant to older Linux systems or distributions running affected kernels with ROSE networking support. Business risk is higher where untrusted local users, shared shells, or multi-user workloads exist. Treat as a legacy kernel hygiene issue with moderate urgency. Patch or retire affected systems, especially shared Linux hosts. It is not supported by the provided sources as an internet-facing or actively exploited emergency. Mitigation focus: Apply vendor kernel security updates for affected distributions.; Move affected kernels beyond the upstream fixed point noted in the CVE record.; Prioritize multi-user systems and systems with untrusted local access..

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Jun 28, 2026, 01:40 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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