CVE-2011-4916: Infoleak
Published Jul 12, 2022
·Updated
Linux kernel through 3.1 allows local users to obtain sensitive keystroke information via access to /dev/pts/ and /dev/tty.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Linux Linux kernel<=3.1
Event History
Jul 12, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:36 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:36 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2011-4916?
CVE-2011-4916 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive keystroke information to local users.
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How do I fix CVE-2011-4916?
To fix CVE-2011-4916, upgrade the Linux kernel to version 3.2 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2011-4916?
Local users of Linux kernel versions up to and including 3.1 are affected by CVE-2011-4916.
4
What type of information can be compromised through CVE-2011-4916?
CVE-2011-4916 allows local users to obtain sensitive keystroke information.
5
What systems are impacted by CVE-2011-4916?
All systems running Linux kernel versions up to 3.1 are impacted by CVE-2011-4916.