USN-3311-1: libnl vulnerability
Published Jun 6, 2017
·Updated
It was discovered that libnl incorrectly handled memory when performing certain operations. A local attacker could possibly use this issue to cause libnl to crash, resulting in a denial of service, or execute arbitrary code.
Affected Software
0 affected components
Event History
Feb 19, 2026
Advisory Published
via Ubuntu·07:31 PM
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·07:31 PM
DescriptionAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of USN-3311-1?
USN-3311-1 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to potential denial of service and arbitrary code execution.
2
How do I fix USN-3311-1?
To fix USN-3311-1, upgrade libnl-3-200 to the recommended versions listed in the advisory.
3
Who is affected by USN-3311-1?
Users of Ubuntu versions 14.04, 16.04, 16.10, and 17.04 with specific versions of libnl-3-200 are affected by USN-3311-1.
4
What type of attack can exploit USN-3311-1?
A local attacker can exploit USN-3311-1 to cause a denial of service or potentially execute arbitrary code.
5
When was USN-3311-1 published?
USN-3311-1 was published in October 2017.