CVE Catalog

CVE-2016-4580

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The x25_negotiate_facilities function in the Linux kernel before version 4.5.5 does not properly initialize a certain data structure, allowing attackers to obtain sensitive information from kernel stack memory via an X.25 Call Request.

Risk Assessment

Attackers may gain access to confidential data, potentially leading to further attacks on the system or the disclosure of critical security information.

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 x25_negotiate_facilities function in net/x25/x25_facilities.c in the Linux kernel before 4.5.5 does not properly initialize a certain data structure, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive information from kernel stack memory via an X.25 Call Request.

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