CVE-2023-1249
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.35%
Last modified
CVE-2023-1249 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A use-after-free flaw was found in the Linux kernel’s core dump subsystem. This flaw allows a local user to crash the system. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A use-after-free flaw was found in the Linux kernel’s core dump subsystem. This flaw allows a local user to crash the system. Only if patch 390031c94211 ("coredump: Use the vma snapshot in fill_files_note") not applied yet, then kernel could be affected.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | < 5.18 |
References
Timeline
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-1249?
A use-after-free flaw was found in the Linux kernel’s core dump subsystem. This flaw allows a local user to crash the system. Only if patch 390031c94211 ("coredump: Use the vma snapshot in fill_files_note") not applied yet, then kernel could be affected.
How severe is CVE-2023-1249?
CVE-2023-1249 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-1249?
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-2023-1249?
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