CVE-2016-7916: Race Condition
Last updated 24 July 2024
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Race condition in the environread function in fs/proc/base.c in the Linux kernel before 4.5.4 allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel memory by reading a /proc//environ file during a process-setup time interval in which environment-variable copying is incomplete.
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What is CVE-2016-7916?
CVE-2016-7916 is a race condition vulnerability in the environ_read function in the Linux kernel, allowing local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel memory.
How does CVE-2016-7916 affect Linux kernel?
CVE-2016-7916 affects the Linux kernel versions before 4.5.4.
What is the severity level of CVE-2016-7916?
CVE-2016-7916 has a severity level of high (7).
How can I fix CVE-2016-7916 on my Linux system?
To fix CVE-2016-7916, you need to update your Linux kernel to version 4.5.4 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2016-7916?
You can find more information about CVE-2016-7916 at the following references: http://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=8148a73c9901a8794a50f950083c00ccf97d43b3, http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2016-11-01.html, http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.5.4.