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CVE-2017-18255

UnknownEPSS 0.40%

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CVE-2017-18255 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The perf_cpu_time_max_percent_handler function in kernel/events/core.c in the Linux kernel before 4.11 allows local users to cause a denial of service (integer overflow) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a large value, as demonstrated by an incorrect sample-rate calculation.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The perf_cpu_time_max_percent_handler function in kernel/events/core.c in the Linux kernel before 4.11 allows local users to cause a denial of service (integer overflow) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a large value, as demonstrated by an incorrect sample-rate calculation.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.40%

32.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
LinuxLinux Kernel< 4.11

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-18255?
The perf_cpu_time_max_percent_handler function in kernel/events/core.c in the Linux kernel before 4.11 allows local users to cause a denial of service (integer overflow) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a large value, as demonstrated by an incorrect sample-rate calculation.
How severe is CVE-2017-18255?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-18255 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-18255?
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Source: NVD / NIST