Use-After-Free Vulnerability in Linux Kernel Affects NetApp Products
CVE-2023-51780

7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Linux
Status
Linux Kernel
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 January 2024

Summary

A use-after-free vulnerability exists in the Linux kernel prior to version 6.6.8. The issue is associated with the do_vcc_ioctl function located in net/atm/ioctl.c, where a race condition during the vcc_recvmsg operation can lead to unintended memory access. This vulnerability may allow an attacker to exploit the race condition, potentially leading to various adverse effects on system stability and security.

References

https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/24e90b9e34f9e039...
https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v6.x/ChangeLog-6.6.8
https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2024/01/msg0...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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