CVE Catalog

CVE-2017-11176

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The mq_notify function in the Linux kernel through version 4.11.9 does not set the sock pointer to NULL upon entry into the retry logic. This may lead to use-after-free vulnerabilities or other unspecified impacts.

Risk Assessment

Attackers may cause a denial of service or potentially trigger other unforeseen effects, impacting system stability.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the Linux kernel to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability and to monitor the system for unauthorized activities.

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Original NVD description (English source)

The mq_notify function in the Linux kernel through 4.11.9 does not set the sock pointer to NULL upon entry into the retry logic. During a user-space close of a Netlink socket, it allows attackers to cause a denial of service (use-after-free) or possibly have unspecified other impact.

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