Linux · Linux Kernel · CVE-2017-16538
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
Linux kernel versions through 4.13.11
**Description**
The issue is related to a missing warm-start check and incorrect attach timing in the Linux kernel, specifically in the drivers/media/usb/dvb-usb-v2/lmedm04.c file. This can be exploited by a local user via a crafted USB device, potentially causing a denial of service, such as a general protection fault and system crash, or possibly having other unspecified impacts. The vulnerability is associated with the functions dm04 lme2510 frontend attach and dm04 lme2510 tuner.
**Recommendations**
For Linux kernel versions through 4.13.11, consider disabling the use of USB devices that could exploit this issue until a patch is available. As a temporary workaround, restrict access to the affected driver file lmedm04.c to minimize the risk of exploitation. At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this vulnerability.