K17118 : Linux kernel vulnerability CVE-2015-2042

Security Advisory Description

net/rds/sysctl.c in the Linux kernel before 3.19 uses an incorrect data type in a sysctl table, which allows local users to obtain potentially sensitive information from kernel memory or possibly have unspecified other impact by accessing a sysctl entry. CVE-2015-2042

Impact

Traffix is the only F5 product that is affected by this vulnerability. This vulnerability can allow unauthorized disclosure of information, unauthorized modifications, and disruption of service.