CVE-2017-9211: The crypto_skcipher_init_tfm function in crypto/skcipher.c in the Linux kernel through 4.11.2 relies on a s...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This Linux kernel flaw can let someone who can run code locally crash part of the system through the kernel crypto subsystem. It is a denial-of-service issue, not a data theft issue in the provided sources. Business urgency is highest on shared systems where untrusted users or workloads can execute local applications. Exposure is most likely on Linux systems running kernels through 4.11.2 or vendor builds without the referenced upstream fix. Risk is concentrated where local users, tenants, or applications can run code on the host. Remote-only exposure is not supported by the provided sources. Schedule remediation through normal vulnerability management, with faster handling for shared Linux platforms. The main business risk is service disruption from local misuse, not confirmed remote compromise or data exposure based on the provided evidence. Mitigation focus: Identify Linux kernels at or below 4.11.2 in supported environments.; Check vendor advisories for backports of upstream commit 9933e113c2e87a9f46a40fde8dafbf801dca1ab9.; Apply supported kernel updates from the operating system or distribution vendor..

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Jun 13, 2026, 05:01 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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