Vulnerability in Linux Kernel

CVE-2017-18270

In the Linux kernel before 4.13.5, a local user could create keyrings for other users via keyctl commands, setting unwanted defaults or causing a denial of service.

EPSS: 0.004 (34.6th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 7.1 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-18270?
CVE-2017-18270 is a high-severity vulnerability in Linux Kernel. CVSS score: 7.1/10. Published 2018-05-18.
How severe is CVE-2017-18270?
High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 7.1 out of 10.