CVE-2011-4916

Public Exploit

Description

Linux kernel through 3.1 allows local users to obtain sensitive keystroke information via access to /dev/pts/ and /dev/tty*.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.01%
Third-Party Advisory lkml.org Third-Party Advisory openwall.com
Affected: n/a Linux Kernel
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/12/28/3 mailing list exploit third party advisory
https://lkml.org/lkml/2011/11/7/355 mailing list exploit third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2011-4916?
CVE-2011-4916 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2011-4916?
To fix CVE-2011-4916, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2011-4916 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2011-4916 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2011-4916?
CVE-2011-4916 affects n/a Linux Kernel.
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