CVE-2016-7039: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2016-7039: The IP stack in the Linux kernel through 4.8.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (stack...

The IP stack in the Linux kernel through 4.8.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (stack consumption and panic) or possibly have unspecified other impact by triggering use of the GRO path for large crafted packets, as demonstrated by packets that contain only VLAN headers, a related issue to CVE-2016-8666.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 01:50 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2016-7039 is a Linux kernel networking flaw where specially crafted large packets can trigger excessive stack use and a kernel panic. The practical business risk is service outage on affected Linux systems, especially network-facing servers or appliances. The sources do not show active exploitation. Exposure is most likely on Linux systems running kernel versions through 4.8.2, including vendor-packaged kernels referenced by Red Hat, Oracle, and Blue Coat advisories. Exact affected product scope is incomplete in the supplied CVE data. Treat as a patch-priority availability risk, not a confirmed breach indicator. Prioritize exposed Linux infrastructure and appliances where an unauthenticated network-triggered crash would disrupt operations. Mitigation focus: Inventory Linux kernels and identify versions through 4.8.2.; Apply relevant vendor kernel updates from Red Hat, Oracle, Blue Coat, or your Linux supplier.; Prioritize internet-facing servers, network appliances, and systems handling VLAN-tagged traffic..

Prepared: Jun 13, 2026, 13:39 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Oct 16, 2016, 21:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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RHSA-2017:0372CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_REDHAT
https://bto.bluecoat.com/security-advisory/sa134CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1375944CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
https://patchwork.ozlabs.org/patch/680412/CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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