CVE-2019-18814
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 2.50%
Last modified
CVE-2019-18814 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in the Linux kernel through 5.3.9. There is a use-after-free when aa_label_parse() fails in aa_audit_rule_init() in security/apparmor/audit.c.. EPSS estimates a 2.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in the Linux kernel through 5.3.9. There is a use-after-free when aa_label_parse() fails in aa_audit_rule_init() in security/apparmor/audit.c.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 5.3.9 |
References
- https://lore.kernel.org/patchwork/patch/1142523/Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://lore.kernel.org/patchwork/patch/1142523/Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-18814?
An issue was discovered in the Linux kernel through 5.3.9. There is a use-after-free when aa_label_parse() fails in aa_audit_rule_init() in security/apparmor/audit.c.
How severe is CVE-2019-18814?
CVE-2019-18814 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-18814?
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-2019-18814?
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