CVE Catalog

CVE-2017-7541

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The brcmf_cfg80211_mgmt_tx function in the Linux kernel before version 4.12.3 allows local users to cause a denial of service (buffer overflow and system crash) or possibly gain privileges via a crafted NL80211_CMD_FRAME Netlink packet.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability can lead to system crashes, affecting service availability, and may allow local users to gain elevated privileges, posing a serious security threat to the organization.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the Linux kernel to version 4.12.3 or later to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The brcmf_cfg80211_mgmt_tx function in drivers/net/wireless/broadcom/brcm80211/brcmfmac/cfg80211.c in the Linux kernel before 4.12.3 allows local users to cause a denial of service (buffer overflow and system crash) or possibly gain privileges via a crafted NL80211_CMD_FRAME Netlink packet.

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