CVE-2020-27418
MEDIUMCVSS 4.4/10EPSS 0.23%
Last modified
CVE-2020-27418 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.4/10 on the CVSS scale. A Use After Free vulnerability in Fedora Linux kernel 5.9.0-rc9 allows attackers to obatin sensitive information via vgacon_invert_region() function.. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A Use After Free vulnerability in Fedora Linux kernel 5.9.0-rc9 allows attackers to obatin sensitive information via vgacon_invert_region() function.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fedoraproject | Fedora Linux Kernel | 5.9.0 | Rc9 |
References
- https://patchwork.freedesktop.org/patch/356372/Mailing List, Patch
- https://patchwork.freedesktop.org/patch/356372/Mailing List, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-27418?
A Use After Free vulnerability in Fedora Linux kernel 5.9.0-rc9 allows attackers to obatin sensitive information via vgacon_invert_region() function.
How severe is CVE-2020-27418?
CVE-2020-27418 has a CVSS score of 4.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-27418?
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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