CVE-2016-9754: Integer Overflow
Last updated 24 July 2024
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The ringbufferresize function in kernel/trace/ringbuffer.c in the profiling subsystem in the Linux kernel before 4.6.1 mishandles certain integer calculations, which allows local users to gain privileges by writing to the /sys/kernel/debug/tracing/buffersizekb file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-9754?
CVE-2016-9754 is a vulnerability in the Linux kernel that allows local users to gain privileges by writing to the /sys/kernel/debug/tracing/buffer_size_kb file.
How does CVE-2016-9754 affect the Linux kernel?
CVE-2016-9754 affects the Linux kernel before version 4.6.1 and mishandles certain integer calculations in the profiling subsystem.
What is the severity level of CVE-2016-9754?
CVE-2016-9754 has a severity level of high.
How can I fix CVE-2016-9754?
To fix CVE-2016-9754, you can update your Linux kernel to version 4.6.1 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2016-9754?
You can find more information about CVE-2016-9754 on the following links: [http://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=59643d1535eb220668692a5359de22545af579f6](http://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=59643d1535eb220668692a5359de22545af579f6), [http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.6.1](http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.6.1), [https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/59643d1535eb220668692a5359de22545af579f6](https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/59643d1535eb220668692a5359de22545af579f6).