Linux SCTP DoS

The vulnerability of the sctpdopeeloff function in the Linux operating system’s net/sctp/socket.c file is related to the use of memory after it is freed. Exploiting this vulnerability could allow an attacker, acting locally, to cause service failures or other effects through specially crafted...

Linux kernel 'sctp_do_peeloff' function local denial of service vulnerability

Linux kernel is the kernel used by Linux, the open source operating system released by the Linux Foundation in the United States. A security vulnerability exists in the 'sctpdopeeloff' function in the net/sctp/socket.c file in versions of Linux kernel prior to 4.14. A local attacker can exploit...

PT-2017-3308 · Linux +3 · Linux Kernel +3

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions: Linux kernel versions prior to 4.14 Description: The issue is related to the sctp do peeloff function in the Linux kernel, which does not properly check the intended netns during a peel-off action. This can lead to a denial of service, causin...