CVE-2011-4917
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.47%
Last modified
CVE-2011-4917 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In the Linux kernel through 3.1 there is an information disclosure issue via /proc/stat.. EPSS estimates a 0.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the Linux kernel through 3.1 there is an information disclosure issue via /proc/stat.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 3.1 |
References
- https://lkml.org/lkml/2011/11/7/340Exploit, Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/12/28/4Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://lkml.org/lkml/2011/11/7/340Exploit, Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/12/28/4Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2011-4917?
In the Linux kernel through 3.1 there is an information disclosure issue via /proc/stat.
How severe is CVE-2011-4917?
CVE-2011-4917 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-4917?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2011-4917?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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