MEDIUM
CVE-2016-2187
NVD-CWE-OtherPublished: May 2, 2016· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
4.6
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
The gtco_probe function in drivers/input/tablet/gtco.c in the Linux kernel through 4.5.2 allows physically proximate attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and system crash) via a crafted endpoints value in a USB device descriptor.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2016-2187 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 4.6.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorPhysical
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.0/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (38)
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http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-06/msg00052.htmlThird Party Advisory
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http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2989-1Third Party Advisory
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http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2996-1Third Party Advisory
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http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2997-1Third Party Advisory
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http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2998-1Third Party Advisory
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http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-3000-1Third Party Advisory
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http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-3001-1Third Party Advisory
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http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-3002-1Third Party Advisory
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http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-3003-1Third Party Advisory
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http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-3004-1Third Party Advisory
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http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-3005-1Third Party Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2016-2187
CVSS Score4.6 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessNVD-CWE-Other
CISA KEVNo
Affected3 vendor(s)
PublishedMay 2, 2016
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2016-2187 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
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