CVE-2011-4917: Infoleak
Published Apr 18, 2022
·Updated
In the Linux kernel through 3.1 there is an information disclosure issue via /proc/stat.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Linux Linux kernel<=3.1
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Apr 18, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:20 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:20 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2011-4917?
CVE-2011-4917 has a medium severity rating due to the potential information disclosure vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2011-4917?
To fix CVE-2011-4917, upgrade to the Linux kernel version 3.2 or later.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2011-4917?
CVE-2011-4917 affects Linux kernel versions up to and including 3.1.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2011-4917?
CVE-2011-4917 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2011-4917?
There is no known workaround for CVE-2011-4917; upgrading the kernel is recommended.