Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2015-3284 is a local information disclosure flaw in OpenAFS. A user already logged into an affected system could cause OpenAFS to expose kernel memory. This is most urgent for shared servers, research systems, or managed workstations where local users are not fully trusted. Exposure is likely limited to systems running OpenAFS 1.6.x before 1.6.13. Risk is higher on multi-user hosts or environments where shell access is granted to many users. The source bundle does not provide a complete platform inventory. Treat this as a targeted remediation item, not an internet-wide emergency. Patch affected OpenAFS systems promptly, especially shared environments, because kernel memory disclosure can expose sensitive data even without administrator privileges. Mitigation focus: Upgrade OpenAFS 1.6.x deployments to 1.6.13 or later.; Apply vendor distribution updates, including Debian guidance where applicable.; Prioritize shared systems with untrusted local users..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://www.openafs.org/dl/openafs/1.6.13/RELNOTES-1.6.13CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- [OpenAFS-announce] 20150730 SECURITY RELEASE: 1.6.13 now availableCVE reference · mailing-list, x_refsource_MLIST
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