CVE-2015-7553
UnknownEPSS 0.21%
Last modified
CVE-2015-7553 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Race condition in the kernel in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7, kernel-rt and Red Hat Enterprise MRG 2, when the nfnetlink_log module is loaded, allows local users to cause a denial of service (panic) by creating netlink sockets.. EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Race condition in the kernel in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7, kernel-rt and Red Hat Enterprise MRG 2, when the nfnetlink_log module is loaded, allows local users to cause a denial of service (panic) by creating netlink sockets.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 7.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Mrg | 2.0 |
| Redhat | Kernel-Rt | All versions |
References
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1288934Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory, Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1288934Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-7553?
Race condition in the kernel in Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7, kernel-rt and Red Hat Enterprise MRG 2, when the nfnetlink_log module is loaded, allows local users to cause a denial of service (panic) by creating netlink sockets.
How severe is CVE-2015-7553?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-7553 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-7553?
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-2015-7553?
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