CVE-2016-6162
Highnet/core/skbuff.c in the Linux kernel 4.7-rc6 allows local users to cause a denial of service (panic) or possibly have unspecified other impact via certain IPv6 socket operations.
CVSS 3.0 score
7.8
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness type
CWE-20CVE-2016-6162 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
The following references provide additional information about CVE-2016-6162 including vendor advisories, patch commits, exploit details, and third-party analysis. Links are sourced from the NIST NVD database.
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Third Party Advisory VDB Entry
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Issue Tracking
Frequently asked questions
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What is CVE-2016-6162?
CVE-2016-6162 is a High severity Linux kernel vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 out of 10 , classified as an Improper Input Validation flaw (CWE-20) . CVE-2016-6162 has not been confirmed as actively exploited and is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog.
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What is the CVSS score for CVE-2016-6162?
CVE-2016-6162 has a CVSS score of 7.8 out of 10, rated High severity (CVSS 3.0). The vector string is
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Is there a patch available for CVE-2016-6162?
No patch is currently available for CVE-2016-6162. Monitor the NIST NVD and your Linux distribution's security advisories for updates.
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Is CVE-2016-6162 actively exploited?
No — CVE-2016-6162 has not been confirmed as actively exploited. It is not listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog.
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What is Improper Input Validation (CWE-20)?
The product receives input but does not validate it correctly, allowing attackers to craft inputs that cause unexpected behavior. View CWE-20 on MITRE CWE →