CVE-2013-1872: The Intel drivers in Mesa 8.0.x and 9.0.x allow context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (r...

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CVE-2013-1872 is an old Mesa Intel graphics driver flaw in Mesa 8.0.x and 9.0.x. Malformed or unusual 3D graphics handling could crash affected software, and the record says arbitrary code execution may be possible. The public bundle does not provide a severity score or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is most likely on legacy Linux systems using Mesa 8.0.x or 9.0.x with Intel graphics drivers. Distribution advisories from Debian, Ubuntu, Red Hat, Mageia, and SUSE indicate packaged Linux environments were affected or assessed. Modern supported systems are less likely exposed if regularly patched. Treat this as a legacy patch hygiene issue unless affected Mesa versions remain in use. It can cause crashes and may allow code execution, but the supplied evidence lacks severity scoring and active exploitation confirmation. Prioritize remediation where old Linux graphics stacks process untrusted content. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for Mesa 8.0.x or 9.0.x Intel driver packages.; Apply relevant distribution security updates from the cited vendor advisories.; Prioritize legacy workstations or servers processing untrusted 3D graphics content..

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Jun 14, 2026, 21:50 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Generated from the cited source records. This long-tail analysis has not been individually reviewed by a named human.