CVE-2016-10147
UnknownEPSS 0.43%
Last modified
CVE-2016-10147 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. crypto/mcryptd.c in the Linux kernel before 4.8.15 allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and system crash) by using an AF_ALG socket with an incompatible algorithm, as demonstrated by mcryptd(md5).. EPSS estimates a 0.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
crypto/mcryptd.c in the Linux kernel before 4.8.15 allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and system crash) by using an AF_ALG socket with an incompatible algorithm, as demonstrated by mcryptd(md5).
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 4.8.14 |
References
- http://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=48a992727d82cb7db076fa15d372178743b1f4cdIssue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=linux-crypto-vger&m=148063683310477&w=2Third Party Advisory
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.8.15Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/17/13Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1404200Issue Tracking
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/48a992727d82cb7db076fa15d372178743b1f4cdIssue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=48a992727d82cb7db076fa15d372178743b1f4cdIssue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://marc.info/?l=linux-crypto-vger&m=148063683310477&w=2Third Party Advisory
- http://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.8.15Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/17/13Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1404200Issue Tracking
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/48a992727d82cb7db076fa15d372178743b1f4cdIssue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-10147?
crypto/mcryptd.c in the Linux kernel before 4.8.15 allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and system crash) by using an AF_ALG socket with an incompatible algorithm, as demonstrated by mcryptd(md5).
How severe is CVE-2016-10147?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-10147 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10147?
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-2016-10147?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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