CVE-2015-7872

Low

The key_gc_unused_keys function in security/keys/gc.c in the Linux kernel through 4.2.6 allows local users to cause a denial of service (OOPS) via crafted keyctl commands.

Package Linux Kernel
Published 2015-11-16
Last modified 2026-05-06
CVSS version 2.0
Patch available
Awaiting data

CVSS 2.0 score

2.1

out of 10
Low
Attack Vector
Local
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
User Interaction
Scope
Confidentiality
Low
Integrity
None
Availability
Vector string
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P

Weakness type

CWE-20

CVE-2015-7872 is a Improper Input Validation vulnerability

What is Improper Input Validation?

The product receives input but does not validate it correctly, allowing attackers to craft inputs that cause unexpected behavior. Learn more on MITRE CWE

References

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Frequently asked questions

  • What is CVE-2015-7872?

    CVE-2015-7872 is a Low severity Linux kernel vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 out of 10 , classified as an Improper Input Validation flaw (CWE-20) . CVE-2015-7872 has not been confirmed as actively exploited and is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog.

  • What is the CVSS score for CVE-2015-7872?

    CVE-2015-7872 has a CVSS score of 2.1 out of 10, rated Low severity (CVSS 2.0). The vector string is AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P .

  • Is there a patch available for CVE-2015-7872?

    Monitor the NIST NVD and your Linux distribution's security advisories for CVE-2015-7872 patch availability.

  • Is CVE-2015-7872 actively exploited?

    No. CVE-2015-7872 has not been confirmed as actively exploited. It is not listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog.

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