CVE-2016-7911: Race Condition
Last updated 24 July 2024
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Race condition in the gettaskioprio function in block/ioprio.c in the Linux kernel before 4.6.6 allows local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (use-after-free) via a crafted ioprioget system call.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7911?
The severity of CVE-2016-7911 is critical.
How does CVE-2016-7911 affect Linux kernels?
CVE-2016-7911 allows local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (use-after-free) in Linux kernels.
What is the remedy for CVE-2016-7911 in Ubuntu?
The remedy for CVE-2016-7911 in Ubuntu is to update to Linux kernel version 3.2.0-122.165, 3.13.0-109.156, or 4.4.0-38.57.
What is the remedy for CVE-2016-7911 in Google Android?
The remedy for CVE-2016-7911 in Google Android is to update to Linux kernel version 4.19.249-2, 4.19.289-2, 5.10.178-3, 5.10.191-1, 6.1.38-1, 6.1.52-1, or 6.5.3-1.
How can I find more information about CVE-2016-7911?
You can find more information about CVE-2016-7911 in the references provided: http://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=8ba8682107ee2ca3347354e018865d8e1967c5f4, http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-11-01.html, http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.6.6.