CVE-2016-9868
First published: Fri Jan 06 2017(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in EMC ScaleIO versions before 2.0.1.1. A low-privileged local attacker may cause a denial-of-service by generating a kernel panic in the SCINI driver using IOCTL calls which may render the ScaleIO Data Client (SDC) server unavailable until the next reboot.
Credit: security_alert@emc.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Dell EMC ScaleIO | <=2.0.1.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9868?
CVE-2016-9868 is classified as a low-severity vulnerability because it requires local access to exploit.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9868?
To fix CVE-2016-9868, upgrade EMC ScaleIO to version 2.0.1.1 or later.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2016-9868?
CVE-2016-9868 is associated with a denial-of-service attack that can cause a kernel panic.
Who can exploit CVE-2016-9868?
CVE-2016-9868 can be exploited by a low-privileged local attacker.
What does CVE-2016-9868 affect?
CVE-2016-9868 affects EMC ScaleIO versions prior to 2.0.1.1.
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