CVE-2019-19769
MEDIUMCVSS 6.7/10EPSS 1.34%
Last modified
CVE-2019-19769 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.7/10 on the CVSS scale. In the Linux kernel 5.3.10, there is a use-after-free (read) in the perf_trace_lock_acquire function (related to include/trace/events/lock.h).. EPSS estimates a 1.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the Linux kernel 5.3.10, there is a use-after-free (read) in the perf_trace_lock_acquire function (related to include/trace/events/lock.h).
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 5.3.10 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 30 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 31 |
References
- https://bugzilla.kernel.org/show_bug.cgi?id=205705Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20200103-0001/Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.kernel.org/show_bug.cgi?id=205705Issue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20200103-0001/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-19769?
In the Linux kernel 5.3.10, there is a use-after-free (read) in the perf_trace_lock_acquire function (related to include/trace/events/lock.h).
How severe is CVE-2019-19769?
CVE-2019-19769 has a CVSS score of 6.7/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-19769?
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-2019-19769?
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