vendor:
Linux Kernel
by:
Credit @bleidl
7.8
CVSS
HIGH
Kernel Exploit
119
CWE
Product Name: Linux Kernel
Affected Version From: Linux kernel versions 4.4.0-31 to 4.13.9-300
Affected Version To: Linux kernel versions 4.4.0-116 to 4.13.9-300
Patch Exists: YES
Related CWE: CVE-2017-16995
CPE: o:linux:linux_kernel
Platforms Tested: Ubuntu 16.04, Fedora 27
2017
Kernel Exploit for counterfeit grsec kernels
This is a kernel exploit for counterfeit grsec kernels such as KSPP and linux-hardened. It allows an attacker to gain root privileges by leveraging a vulnerability in the Linux kernel.
Mitigation:
Apply the latest security patches and updates from the Linux kernel.