Vulnerability Description
The einj_error_inject function in drivers/acpi/apei/einj.c in the Linux kernel allows local users to simulate hardware errors and consequently cause a denial of service by leveraging failure to disable APEI error injection through EINJ when securelevel is set.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | - |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 7.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102327Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1322755Issue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/mjg59/linux/commit/d7a6be58edc01b1c66ecd8fcc91236bfbce0a420Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102327Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1322755Issue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/mjg59/linux/commit/d7a6be58edc01b1c66ecd8fcc91236bfbce0a420Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-3695?
CVE-2016-3695 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The einj_error_inject function in drivers/acpi/apei/einj.c in the Linux kernel allows local users to simulate hardware errors and consequently cause a denial of service by leveraging failure to disabl...
How severe is CVE-2016-3695?
CVE-2016-3695 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-3695?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel, Redhat Enterprise Linux.