CVE ID
CVE-2016-5195
Vulnerability Name
Linux Kernel Race Condition Vulnerability
- Project: Linux
- Product: Kernel
Date
- Date Added: 2022-03-03
- Due Date: 2022-03-24
Description
Race condition in mm/gup.c in the Linux kernel allows local users to escalate privileges.
Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?
Unknown
Action
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Additional Notes
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2016-5195
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