Vulnerability Description
The imon_probe function in drivers/media/rc/imon.c in the Linux kernel through 4.13.11 allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and system crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted USB device.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 4.13.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://groups.google.com/d/msg/syzkaller/bBFN8imrjjo/-5jCl8EiCQAJThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2017/12/msg00004.html
- https://patchwork.kernel.org/patch/9994017/PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3617-1/
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3617-2/
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3617-3/
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3619-1/
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3619-2/
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3754-1/
- https://groups.google.com/d/msg/syzkaller/bBFN8imrjjo/-5jCl8EiCQAJThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2017/12/msg00004.html
- https://patchwork.kernel.org/patch/9994017/PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3617-1/
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3617-2/
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3617-3/
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-16537?
CVE-2017-16537 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.6 (MEDIUM). The imon_probe function in drivers/media/rc/imon.c in the Linux kernel through 4.13.11 allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and system crash) or possibly have unsp...
How severe is CVE-2017-16537?
CVE-2017-16537 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-16537?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.