Linux Kernel 'net/netfilter/nfnetlink_cthelper.c' Local Security Bypass Vulnerability

BID:102117

Info

Linux Kernel 'net/netfilter/nfnetlink_cthelper.c' Local Security Bypass Vulnerability

Bugtraq ID: 102117
Class: Design Error
CVE: CVE-2017-17448
Remote: No
Local: Yes
Published: Dec 06 2017 12:00AM
Updated: May 02 2018 12:00PM
Credit: Kevin Cernekee
Vulnerable: Oracle Linux 7.0
Linux kernel 4.13.11
Linux kernel 4.13.10
Linux kernel 4.13.9
Linux kernel 4.13.8
Linux kernel 4.13.7
Linux kernel 4.13.6
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Linux kernel 4.1.4
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Debian Linux 6.0 sparc
Debian Linux 6.0 s/390
Debian Linux 6.0 powerpc
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Debian Linux 6.0 ia-64
Debian Linux 6.0 ia-32
Debian Linux 6.0 arm
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Discussion

Linux Kernel 'net/netfilter/nfnetlink_cthelper.c' Local Security Bypass Vulnerability

Linux kernel is prone to a local security-bypass vulnerability.

Attackers can exploit this issue to bypass certain security restrictions and perform unauthorized actions.

Linux Kernel versions 4.14.4 and prior are vulnerable.

Exploit / POC

Linux Kernel 'net/netfilter/nfnetlink_cthelper.c' Local Security Bypass Vulnerability

Currently, we are not aware of any working exploits. If you feel we are in error or if you are aware of more recent information, please mail us at: [email protected].

Solution / Fix

Linux Kernel 'net/netfilter/nfnetlink_cthelper.c' Local Security Bypass Vulnerability

Solution:
Updates are available. Please see the references or vendor advisory for more information.

References

Linux Kernel 'net/netfilter/nfnetlink_cthelper.c' Local Security Bypass Vulnerability

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