CVE-2023-1118
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.29%
Last modified
CVE-2023-1118 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A flaw use after free in the Linux kernel integrated infrared receiver/transceiver driver was found in the way user detaching rc device. A local user could use this flaw to crash the system or potentially escalate their privileges on the system.. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A flaw use after free in the Linux kernel integrated infrared receiver/transceiver driver was found in the way user detaching rc device. A local user could use this flaw to crash the system or potentially escalate their privileges on the system.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 2.6.36, < 4.14.308 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 4.15, < 4.19.276 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 4.20, < 5.4.235 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 5.5, < 5.10.173 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 5.11, < 5.15.99 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 5.16, < 6.1.16 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 6.2, < 6.2.3 |
References
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/29b0589a865b6f66d141d79b2dd1373e4e50fe17Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2023/05/msg00005.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2023/05/msg00006.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20230413-0003/Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/29b0589a865b6f66d141d79b2dd1373e4e50fe17Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2023/05/msg00005.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2023/05/msg00006.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20230413-0003/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-1118?
A flaw use after free in the Linux kernel integrated infrared receiver/transceiver driver was found in the way user detaching rc device. A local user could use this flaw to crash the system or potentially escalate their privileges on the system.
How severe is CVE-2023-1118?
CVE-2023-1118 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-1118?
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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