Vulnerability Description
The "stub_recv_cmd_submit()" function (drivers/usb/usbip/stub_rx.c) in the Linux Kernel before version 4.14.8, 4.9.71, and 4.4.114 when handling CMD_SUBMIT packets allows attackers to cause a denial of service (arbitrary memory allocation) via a specially crafted USB over IP packet.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 4.1.0, < 4.1.49 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102150Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.14.8Issue Tracking
- https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.4.114Issue Tracking
- https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.9.71Issue Tracking
- https://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/stable/linux-stable.git/commit/dPatchVendor Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/05/msg00000.html
- https://secuniaresearch.flexerasoftware.com/advisories/80601/Third Party Advisory
- https://secuniaresearch.flexerasoftware.com/secunia_research/2017-21/Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3619-1/
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3619-2/
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3754-1/
- https://www.debian.org/security/2018/dsa-4187
- https://www.spinics.net/lists/linux-usb/msg163480.htmlIssue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102150Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.14.8Issue Tracking
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-16913?
CVE-2017-16913 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.9 (MEDIUM). The "stub_recv_cmd_submit()" function (drivers/usb/usbip/stub_rx.c) in the Linux Kernel before version 4.14.8, 4.9.71, and 4.4.114 when handling CMD_SUBMIT packets allows attackers to cause a denial o...
How severe is CVE-2017-16913?
CVE-2017-16913 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-16913?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.