CVE Catalog

CVE-2017-17855

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The Linux kernel up to version 4.14.8 has a vulnerability that allows local users to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) by improperly using pointers instead of scalars.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability may lead to system crashes or other unspecified impacts, posing a threat to the stability and security of the system.

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)

kernel/bpf/verifier.c in the Linux kernel through 4.14.8 allows local users to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) or possibly have unspecified other impact by leveraging improper use of pointers in place of scalars.

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