CVE-2017-12193
low-risk
Published 2017-11-22
The assoc_array_insert_into_terminal_node function in lib/assoc_array.c in the Linux kernel before 4.13.11 mishandles node splitting, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and panic) via a crafted application, as demonstrated by the keyring key type, and key addition and link creation operations.
Do I need to act?
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0.06% chance of exploitation
EPSS score — low exploit probability
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Not on CISA KEV list
No confirmed active exploitation reported to CISA
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Patch status unknown
Check vendor advisories for fix availability and mitigation guidance
5
CVSS 5.5/10
Medium
LOCAL
/ LOW complexity
Affected Products (1)
Affected Vendors
References (16)
Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101678
Issue Tracking
https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1501215
Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101678
Issue Tracking
https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1501215
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/ 100
low-risk
Severity
18/34 · Moderate
Exploitability
0/34 · Minimal
Exposure
5/34 · Minimal