CVE-2016-6245: Medium severity openbsd vulnerability
Published Mar 7, 2017
·Updated
OpenBSD 5.8 and 5.9 allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) via a large size in a getdents system call.
Affected Software
2 affected components
OpenBSD OpenBSD=5.8
OpenBSD OpenBSD=5.9
Event History
Mar 7, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6245?
CVE-2016-6245 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service through a kernel panic.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-6245?
To fix CVE-2016-6245, users should upgrade to the latest version of OpenBSD that is not affected, specifically versions beyond 5.9.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2016-6245?
CVE-2016-6245 affects local users running OpenBSD versions 5.8 and 5.9.
4
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2016-6245?
Exploiting CVE-2016-6245 can lead to a denial of service condition where the system experiences a kernel panic.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-6245?
There are no effective workarounds for CVE-2016-6245; the recommended action is to apply the necessary software updates.