CVE Catalog

CVE-2016-4557

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The replace_map_fd_with_map_ptr function in the Linux kernel before version 4.5.5 does not properly maintain an fd data structure, allowing local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (use-after-free) via crafted BPF instructions referencing an incorrect file descriptor.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability may lead to privilege escalation or system crashes, posing a serious security threat to the organization.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the Linux kernel to version 4.5.5 or later to mitigate this vulnerability.

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Original NVD description (English source)

The replace_map_fd_with_map_ptr function in kernel/bpf/verifier.c in the Linux kernel before 4.5.5 does not properly maintain an fd data structure, which allows local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (use-after-free) via crafted BPF instructions that reference an incorrect file descriptor.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS