CVE-2017-8824
HighThe dccp_disconnect function in net/dccp/proto.c in the Linux kernel through 4.14.3 allows local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (use-after-free) via an AF_UNSPEC connect system call during the DCCP_LISTEN state.
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-416CVE-2017-8824 is a Use After Free vulnerability
What is Use After Free?
The product references memory after it has been freed, which may cause it to crash, use unexpected values, or execute code. Learn more on MITRE CWE
References
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Exploit-DBhttps://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43234/Exploit Third Party Advisory VDB Entry
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Third Party Advisory
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Third Party Advisory
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Mailing List Third Party Advisory
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Securityfocushttp://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102056Third Party Advisory VDB Entry
Frequently asked questions
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What is CVE-2017-8824?
CVE-2017-8824 is a High severity Linux kernel vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 out of 10 , classified as an Use After Free flaw (CWE-416) . CVE-2017-8824 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-2017-8824?
CVE-2017-8824 has a CVSS score of 7.8 out of 10, rated High severity (CVSS 3.1). The vector string is
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. -
Is there a patch available for CVE-2017-8824?
Monitor the NIST NVD and your Linux distribution's security advisories for CVE-2017-8824 patch availability.
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Is CVE-2017-8824 actively exploited?
No. CVE-2017-8824 has not been confirmed as actively exploited. It is not listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog.