SB2016111610 - Out-of-bounds read in Linux kernel lib

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SB2016111610 - Out-of-bounds read in Linux kernel lib

Published: November 16, 2016

Security Bulletin ID SB2016111610
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Information disclosure

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Out-of-bounds read (CVE-ID: CVE-2016-7914)

The vulnerability allows a local non-authenticated attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to an out-of-bounds read error within the assoc_array_insert_into_terminal_node() function in lib/assoc_array.c. A local non-authenticated attacker can gain access to sensitive information.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References