CVE-2017-15868
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.43%
Last modified
CVE-2017-15868 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The bnep_add_connection function in net/bluetooth/bnep/core.c in the Linux kernel before 3.19 does not ensure that an l2cap socket is available, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application.. EPSS estimates a 0.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The bnep_add_connection function in net/bluetooth/bnep/core.c in the Linux kernel before 3.19 does not ensure that an l2cap socket is available, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 3.2, < 3.2.97 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 3.3, < 3.10.108 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 3.11, < 3.16.52 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 3.17, < 3.18.64 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 12.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2018-01/msg00007.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102084Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2017/12/msg00004.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://patchwork.kernel.org/patch/9882449/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2017-12-01Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3583-1/Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3583-2/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2018/dsa-4082Third Party Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2018-01/msg00007.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102084Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2017/12/msg00004.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://patchwork.kernel.org/patch/9882449/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/pixel/2017-12-01Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3583-1/Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3583-2/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2018/dsa-4082Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-15868?
The bnep_add_connection function in net/bluetooth/bnep/core.c in the Linux kernel before 3.19 does not ensure that an l2cap socket is available, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application.
How severe is CVE-2017-15868?
CVE-2017-15868 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15868?
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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