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CVE-2016-4485

UnknownEPSS 4.67%

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CVE-2016-4485 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The llc_cmsg_rcv function in net/llc/af_llc.c in the Linux kernel before 4.5.5 does not initialize a certain data structure, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive information from kernel stack memory by reading a message.. EPSS estimates a 4.67% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The llc_cmsg_rcv function in net/llc/af_llc.c in the Linux kernel before 4.5.5 does not initialize a certain data structure, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive information from kernel stack memory by reading a message.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
4.67%

90.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
NovellSuse Linux Enterprise Software Development Kit11.0Sp4
NovellSuse Linux Enterprise Debuginfo11Sp4
NovellSuse Linux Enterprise Server11Extra
CanonicalUbuntu Linux12.04—
CanonicalUbuntu Linux14.04—
CanonicalUbuntu Linux15.10—
CanonicalUbuntu Linux16.04—
LinuxLinux Kernel<= 4.5.4—

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-4485?
The llc_cmsg_rcv function in net/llc/af_llc.c in the Linux kernel before 4.5.5 does not initialize a certain data structure, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive information from kernel stack memory by reading a message.
How severe is CVE-2016-4485?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-4485 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.67% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4485?
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.

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Source: NVD / NIST