Error Handling Flaw in Linux Kernel Infiniband Driver from The Linux Foundation
CVE-2015-8812

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
Novell
Status
Suse Linux Enterprise Real Time Extension
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 April 2016

Summary

The Linux kernel's Infiniband driver fails to properly handle error conditions, enabling remote attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code or induce a denial of service through crafted packets. This vulnerability was identified in the CXGB3 driver and affects various versions of the kernel prior to 4.5. Exploiting this flaw could lead to serious security risks, emphasizing the need for timely updates and patches to maintain system integrity.

References

http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2967-1
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http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016...
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http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2949-1
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EPSS Score

7% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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