Improper input validation in Linux Kernel

CVE-2016-2549

sound/core/hrtimer.c in the Linux kernel before 4.4.1 does not prevent recursive callback access, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (deadlock) via a crafted ioctl call.

Vulnerability class: Drupalgeddon 2 (CVE-2018-7600)

EPSS: 0.005 (38.8th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 6.2 (Medium). Vector: CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-2549?
CVE-2016-2549 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Linux Kernel, classified under Improper Input Validation. CVSS score: 6.2/10. Published 2016-04-27.
How severe is CVE-2016-2549?
Medium severity. CVSS v3 base score is 6.2 out of 10.