CVE-2017-6345: Input Validation

Published Mar 1, 2017
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Updated

Last updated 29 November 2024

Other sources

The LLC subsystem in the Linux kernel before 4.9.13 does not ensure that a certain destructor exists in required circumstances, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (BUGON) or possibly have unspecified other impact via crafted system calls.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel<=4.9.12
debian/linux
6.1.176-16.1.190-16.12.107-16.12.116-17.2.15-17.3.4-1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/linux to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.1.176-1Fixed in 6.1.190-1Fixed in 6.12.107-1Fixed in 6.12.116-1Fixed in 7.2.15-1Fixed in 7.3.4-1
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade Linux kernel LLC subsystem to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.9.13

Event History

Mar 1, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

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Peer vulnerabilities

Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2017-6345?

CVE-2017-6345 is a vulnerability in the Linux kernel where the LLC subsystem does not ensure that a certain destructor exists, allowing for a denial of service or unspecified impact.

2

How does CVE-2017-6345 impact systems?

CVE-2017-6345 can cause a denial of service (BUG_ON) or have unspecified other impact on affected Linux systems.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2017-6345?

The severity of CVE-2017-6345 is not specified, but it can result in a denial of service or other impact.

4

Which Linux kernel versions are affected by CVE-2017-6345?

The Linux kernel versions before 4.9.13 are affected by CVE-2017-6345.

5

How can I mitigate CVE-2017-6345?

To mitigate CVE-2017-6345, it is recommended to update the Linux kernel to version 4.9.13 or later.

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