CVE-2016-4482: The proc_connectinfo function in drivers/usb/core/devio.c in the Linux kernel through 4.6 does not initiali...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2016-4482 is a Linux kernel information disclosure flaw. A local user could cause the kernel to return leftover stack memory from a USB-related interface. This is not a remote takeover issue in the provided sources, but it can expose sensitive kernel data and may help other attacks. Exposure is most likely on Linux systems running kernel versions through 4.6 or vendor kernels missing the referenced fixes. The bundle’s affected vendor/product fields are incomplete, so distro advisory mapping is required. Treat as a routine but real kernel patching issue. It is lower urgency than remotely exploitable kernel bugs, but should not remain outstanding on shared or high-trust systems because kernel memory exposure can support broader compromise. Mitigation focus: Apply kernel updates from the relevant Linux distribution advisory.; For self-maintained kernels, verify the upstream fix is included.; Prioritize multi-user systems, desktops, and container hosts with local untrusted users..

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Jun 13, 2026, 14:22 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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