Linux.kernel.UDP.MSG_PEEK.System.Call.Remote.Code.Execution
Description
This indicates an attack attempt against a Remote Code Execution vulnerability in Linux Kernel.
The vulnerability is caused by an error when the vulnerable software parses a malformed UDP packet. A remote attacker may be able to exploit this to execute arbitrary code within the context of the application.
Affected Products
Linux kernel before 4.5
Impact
System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.
Recommended Actions
Apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor.
https://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=197c949e7798fbf28cfadc69d9ca0c2abbf93191
Telemetry
Coverage
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