CVE-2019-16413
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 2.90%
Last modified
CVE-2019-16413 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in the Linux kernel before 5.0.4. The 9p filesystem did not protect i_size_write() properly, which causes an i_size_read() infinite loop and denial of service on SMP systems.. EPSS estimates a 2.90% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in the Linux kernel before 5.0.4. The 9p filesystem did not protect i_size_write() properly, which causes an i_size_read() infinite loop and denial of service on SMP systems.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | < 5.0.4 |
References
- https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v5.x/ChangeLog-5.0.4Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://patchwork.kernel.org/patch/10753365/Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v5.x/ChangeLog-5.0.4Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://patchwork.kernel.org/patch/10753365/Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-16413?
An issue was discovered in the Linux kernel before 5.0.4. The 9p filesystem did not protect i_size_write() properly, which causes an i_size_read() infinite loop and denial of service on SMP systems.
How severe is CVE-2019-16413?
CVE-2019-16413 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.90% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-16413?
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.
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