Vulnerability Description
The ip6_find_1stfragopt function in net/ipv6/output_core.c in the Linux kernel through 4.12.3 allows local users to cause a denial of service (integer overflow and infinite loop) by leveraging the ability to open a raw socket.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 4.12.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=6399f1Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3927
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3945
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99953
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:2918
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:2930
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:2931
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:0169
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/6399f1fae4ec29fab5ec76070435555e256ca3aIssue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://help.ecostruxureit.com/display/public/UADCE725/Security+fixes+in+Struxur
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3583-1/
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3583-2/
- http://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=6399f1Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3927
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3945
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-7542?
CVE-2017-7542 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The ip6_find_1stfragopt function in net/ipv6/output_core.c in the Linux kernel through 4.12.3 allows local users to cause a denial of service (integer overflow and infinite loop) by leveraging the abi...
How severe is CVE-2017-7542?
CVE-2017-7542 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-2017-7542?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.