Vulnerability Description
The parse_hid_report_descriptor function in drivers/input/tablet/gtco.c in the Linux kernel before 4.13.11 allows local users to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read 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 | <= 4.13.11 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.13.11Release Notes
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101769Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/a50829479f58416a013a4ccca791336af3c584cPatch
- https://groups.google.com/d/msg/syzkaller/McWFcOsA47Y/3bjtBBgaBAAJMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2017/12/msg00004.html
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3754-1/
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.13.11Release Notes
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101769Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/a50829479f58416a013a4ccca791336af3c584cPatch
- https://groups.google.com/d/msg/syzkaller/McWFcOsA47Y/3bjtBBgaBAAJMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2017/12/msg00004.html
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3754-1/
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-16643?
CVE-2017-16643 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.6 (MEDIUM). The parse_hid_report_descriptor function in drivers/input/tablet/gtco.c in the Linux kernel before 4.13.11 allows local users to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and system crash) or poss...
How severe is CVE-2017-16643?
CVE-2017-16643 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-2017-16643?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.