CVE-2019-15924
UnknownEPSS 0.52%
Last modified
CVE-2019-15924 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in the Linux kernel before 5.0.11. fm10k_init_module in drivers/net/ethernet/intel/fm10k/fm10k_main.c has a NULL pointer dereference because there is no -ENOMEM upon an alloc_workqueue failure.. EPSS estimates a 0.52% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in the Linux kernel before 5.0.11. fm10k_init_module in drivers/net/ethernet/intel/fm10k/fm10k_main.c has a NULL pointer dereference because there is no -ENOMEM upon an alloc_workqueue failure.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | < 5.0.11 |
References
- https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v5.x/ChangeLog-5.0.11Mailing List, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/01ca667133d019edc9f0a1f70a272447c84ec41fExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v5.x/ChangeLog-5.0.11Mailing List, Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/01ca667133d019edc9f0a1f70a272447c84ec41fExploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-15924?
An issue was discovered in the Linux kernel before 5.0.11. fm10k_init_module in drivers/net/ethernet/intel/fm10k/fm10k_main.c has a NULL pointer dereference because there is no -ENOMEM upon an alloc_workqueue failure.
How severe is CVE-2019-15924?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-15924 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.52% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-15924?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2019-15924?
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