CVE-2017-9074: High severity Linux Linux kernel vulnerability
Last updated 29 November 2024
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The IPv6 fragmentation implementation in the Linux kernel does not consider that the nexthdr field may be associated with an invalid option, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and BUG) or possibly have unspecified other impact via crafted socket and send system calls.
Upstream patch:
https://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=2423496af35d94a87156b063ea5cedffc10a70a1
References:
https://patchwork.ozlabs.org/patch/763117/
https://bugzilla.novell.com/showbug.cgi?id=1039882
— Red Hat
The IPv6 fragmentation implementation in the Linux kernel through 4.11.1 does not consider that the nexthdr field may be associated with an invalid option, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and BUG) or possibly have unspecified other impact via crafted socket and send system calls.
— Launchpad
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-9074?
CVE-2017-9074 is a vulnerability in the Linux kernel that could allow local users to cause a denial of service or have other unspecified impacts.
Which Linux kernel versions are affected by CVE-2017-9074?
Linux kernel versions through 4.11.1 are affected by CVE-2017-9074.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-9074?
CVE-2017-9074 has a severity rating of medium.
How can I fix CVE-2017-9074?
To fix CVE-2017-9074, update your Linux kernel to version 4.12 or higher.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-9074?
You can find more information about CVE-2017-9074 at the following references: [link 1], [link 2], [link 3].