CVE-2018-11508
UnknownEPSS 1.72%
Last modified
CVE-2018-11508 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The compat_get_timex function in kernel/compat.c in the Linux kernel before 4.16.9 allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel memory via adjtimex.. EPSS estimates a 1.72% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The compat_get_timex function in kernel/compat.c in the Linux kernel before 4.16.9 allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel memory via adjtimex.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | < 4.16.9 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 16.04 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 17.10 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 18.04 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104292Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugs.chromium.org/p/project-zero/issues/detail?id=1574Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/0a0b98734479aa5b3c671d5190e86273372cab95Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3695-1/Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3695-2/Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3697-1/Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3697-2/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/46208/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.16.9Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104292Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugs.chromium.org/p/project-zero/issues/detail?id=1574Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/0a0b98734479aa5b3c671d5190e86273372cab95Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3695-1/Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3695-2/Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3697-1/Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3697-2/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/46208/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v4.x/ChangeLog-4.16.9Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-11508?
The compat_get_timex function in kernel/compat.c in the Linux kernel before 4.16.9 allows local users to obtain sensitive information from kernel memory via adjtimex.
How severe is CVE-2018-11508?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-11508 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.72% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-11508?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2018-11508?
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