CVE-2017-15951: Race Condition
First published: Sat Oct 28 2017(Updated: )
Last updated 29 November 2024
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Linux kernel | >=4.4<4.4.95 | |
| Linux kernel | >=4.5<4.9.59 | |
| Linux kernel | >=4.10<4.13.10 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=4.4<4.4.95 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=4.5<4.9.59 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=4.10<4.13.10 | |
| debian/linux | 5.10.223-1 5.10.234-1 6.1.123-1 6.1.128-1 6.12.12-1 6.12.17-1 |
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Reference Links
- http://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=363b02dab09b3226f3bd1420dad9c72b79a42a76
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.13.10
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101621
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/363b02dab09b3226f3bd1420dad9c72b79a42a76
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2017-15951
- https://git.kernel.org/linus/363b02dab09b3226f3bd1420dad9c72b79a42a76
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2017-15951
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2017-15951
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-15951
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2017-15951
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-15951?
CVE-2017-15951 has a severity rating that may allow local users to create a denial of service condition.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15951?
To fix CVE-2017-15951, update the Linux kernel to version 4.13.10 or later.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2017-15951?
CVE-2017-15951 affects the Linux kernel versions prior to 4.13.10, as well as versions 4.4.95 and 4.9.59.
Can CVE-2017-15951 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2017-15951 cannot be exploited remotely; it requires local access to the system.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2017-15951?
The potential impacts of CVE-2017-15951 include denial of service and possibly other unspecified impacts.
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