CVE Catalog

CVE-2017-6214

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The tcp_splice_read function in the Linux kernel before version 4.9.11 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service through the use of a TCP packet with the URG flag, leading to an infinite loop and soft lockup.

Risk Assessment

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to disrupt services, potentially leading to downtime and loss of availability.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the Linux kernel to version 4.9.11 or later to mitigate this vulnerability.

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Original NVD description (English source)

The tcp_splice_read function in net/ipv4/tcp.c in the Linux kernel before 4.9.11 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop and soft lockup) via vectors involving a TCP packet with the URG flag.

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