CVE-2016-5244: The rds_inc_info_copy function in net/rds/recv.c in the Linux kernel through 4.6.3 does not initialize a ce...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2016-5244 is a Linux kernel information leak in the RDS networking code. A vulnerable system could expose fragments of kernel stack memory through an RDS message. That is a confidentiality issue, not described as code execution in the provided sources. Exposure is most likely on systems running affected Linux kernels where RDS support is present and reachable. The source bundle does not provide complete product or CPE coverage, so distribution-specific exposure should be confirmed against vendor advisories. Handle through normal kernel patch governance, with higher priority for internet-facing or multi-tenant Linux systems. The business risk is sensitive memory disclosure; available evidence does not support emergency treatment for active exploitation. Mitigation focus: Apply Linux kernel updates from the relevant distribution vendor advisory.; Prioritize kernels at or before 4.6.3 where RDS is present.; Review vendor guidance for any RDS-specific hardening or configuration mitigations..

Prepared

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

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