CVE Catalog

CVE-2017-5669

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The do_shmat function in the Linux kernel through version 4.9.12 does not restrict the address calculated by a certain rounding operation, allowing local users to map page zero. This enables bypassing a protection mechanism for the mmap system call.

Risk Assessment

Local users may gain access to memory, leading to potential security breaches and the ability to execute unauthorized code in a privileged context.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the Linux kernel to a version that includes fixes for this vulnerability to minimize the risk of unauthorized memory access.

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Original NVD description (English source)

The do_shmat function in ipc/shm.c in the Linux kernel through 4.9.12 does not restrict the address calculated by a certain rounding operation, which allows local users to map page zero, and consequently bypass a protection mechanism that exists for the mmap system call, by making crafted shmget and shmat system calls in a privileged context.

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