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CVE-2016-9178

UnknownEPSS 0.42%

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CVE-2016-9178 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The __get_user_asm_ex macro in arch/x86/include/asm/uaccess.h in the Linux kernel before 4.7.5 does not initialize a certain integer variable, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel stack memory by triggering failure of a get_user_ex call.. EPSS estimates a 0.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The __get_user_asm_ex macro in arch/x86/include/asm/uaccess.h in the Linux kernel before 4.7.5 does not initialize a certain integer variable, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel stack memory by triggering failure of a get_user_ex call.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.42%

33.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
LinuxLinux Kernel<= 4.7.4

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-9178?
The __get_user_asm_ex macro in arch/x86/include/asm/uaccess.h in the Linux kernel before 4.7.5 does not initialize a certain integer variable, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel stack memory by triggering failure of a get_user_ex call.
How severe is CVE-2016-9178?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-9178 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9178?
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