CVE-2016-4997 | Linux Kernel up to 3.14.72/4.4.13/4.6.2 setsockopt access control (USN-3016-1 / EDB-40435)
A vulnerability classified as critical was found in Linux Kernel up to 3.14.72/4.4.13/4.6.2. This vulnerability affects the function setsockopt. The manipulation leads to improper access controls.
This vulnerability was named CVE-2016-4997. Attacking locally is a requirement. Furthermore, there is an exploit available.
It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.