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CVE-2017-15306

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CVE-2017-15306 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The kvm_vm_ioctl_check_extension function in arch/powerpc/kvm/powerpc.c in the Linux kernel before 4.13.11 allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and system crash) via a KVM_CHECK_EXTENSION KVM_CAP_PPC_HTM ioctl call to /dev/kvm.. EPSS estimates a 0.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The kvm_vm_ioctl_check_extension function in arch/powerpc/kvm/powerpc.c in the Linux kernel before 4.13.11 allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and system crash) via a KVM_CHECK_EXTENSION KVM_CAP_PPC_HTM ioctl call to /dev/kvm.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.39%

31.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
LinuxLinux Kernel<= 4.13.10

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-15306?
The kvm_vm_ioctl_check_extension function in arch/powerpc/kvm/powerpc.c in the Linux kernel before 4.13.11 allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and system crash) via a KVM_CHECK_EXTENSION KVM_CAP_PPC_HTM ioctl call to /dev/kvm.
How severe is CVE-2017-15306?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-15306 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15306?
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