Vulnerability Description
The LLC subsystem in the Linux kernel before 4.9.13 does not ensure that a certain destructor exists in required circumstances, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (BUG_ON) or possibly have unspecified other impact via crafted system calls.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 4.9.12 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=8b74d4Patch
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3804
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.9.13PatchRelease Notes
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/02/28/7Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96510
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/8b74d439e1697110c5e5c600643e823eb1dd076Patch
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3754-1/
- http://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=8b74d4Patch
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3804
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.9.13PatchRelease Notes
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/02/28/7Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96510
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/8b74d439e1697110c5e5c600643e823eb1dd076Patch
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3754-1/
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-6345?
CVE-2017-6345 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The LLC subsystem in the Linux kernel before 4.9.13 does not ensure that a certain destructor exists in required circumstances, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (BUG_ON) or possib...
How severe is CVE-2017-6345?
CVE-2017-6345 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-6345?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.