CVE-2017-15868
HighThe bnep_add_connection function in net/bluetooth/bnep/core.c in the Linux kernel before 3.19 does not ensure that an l2cap socket is available, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application.
CVSS 3.1 score
7.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness type
CWE-20CVE-2017-15868 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-2017-15868 including vendor advisories, patch commits, exploit details, and third-party analysis. Links are sourced from the NIST NVD database.
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Mailing List Third Party Advisory
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Securityfocushttp://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102084Third Party Advisory VDB Entry
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Mailing List Third Party Advisory
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Third Party Advisory
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Ubuntu Securityhttps://usn.ubuntu.com/3583-1/Third Party Advisory
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Ubuntu Securityhttps://usn.ubuntu.com/3583-2/Third Party Advisory
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Debian Securityhttps://www.debian.org/security/2018/dsa-4082Third Party Advisory
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PatchKernel patch commithttp://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=71bb99a02b32b4cc4265118e85f6035ca72923f0
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PatchKernel patch commithttps://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/71bb99a02b32b4cc4265118e85f6035ca72923f0
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PatchKernel patch commithttps://patchwork.kernel.org/patch/9882449/
Frequently asked questions
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What is CVE-2017-15868?
CVE-2017-15868 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-2017-15868 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-2017-15868?
CVE-2017-15868 has a CVSS score of 7.8 out of 10, rated High severity (CVSS 3.1). The vector string is
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Is there a patch available for CVE-2017-15868?
No patch is currently available for CVE-2017-15868. Monitor the NIST NVD and your Linux distribution's security advisories for updates.
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Is CVE-2017-15868 actively exploited?
No — CVE-2017-15868 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 →