CVE-2016-3955: Buffer Overflow
Last updated 24 July 2024
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Linux kernel built with the USB over IP(CONFIGUSBIP) support is vulnerable to a buffer overflow issue. It could occur while receiving USB/IP packets, when the size value in the packet is greater actual transfer buffer.
A user/process could use this flaw to crash the remote host via kernel memory corruption or potentially execute arbitrary code.
Upstream patch: --------------- -> https://git.kernel.org/linus/b348d7dddb6c4fbfc810b7a0626e8ec9e29f7cbb
Reference: ---------- -> http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/04/19/1
— Red Hat
The usbiprecvxbuff function in drivers/usb/usbip/usbipcommon.c in the Linux kernel before 4.5.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds write) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted length value in a USB/IP packet.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-3955?
CVE-2016-3955 is a vulnerability in the Linux kernel that allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have unspecified other impact.
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3955?
CVE-2016-3955 has a severity rating of high with a value of 7.
How does CVE-2016-3955 affect Linux systems?
CVE-2016-3955 affects Linux systems running kernel versions before 4.5.3.
How can I fix CVE-2016-3955?
To fix CVE-2016-3955, you should update your Linux kernel to version 4.5.3 or higher.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2016-3955?
You can find more information about CVE-2016-3955 on the following links: [http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/04/19/1](http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/04/19/1), [http://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=b348d7dddb6c4fbfc810b7a0626e8ec9e29f7cbb](http://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=b348d7dddb6c4fbfc810b7a0626e8ec9e29f7cbb), [http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.5.3](http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.5.3)