CVE-2023-2019
MEDIUMCVSS 4.4/10EPSS 0.34%
Last modified
CVE-2023-2019 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.4/10 on the CVSS scale. A flaw was found in the Linux kernel's netdevsim device driver, within the scheduling of events. This issue results from the improper management of a reference count. EPSS estimates a 0.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A flaw was found in the Linux kernel's netdevsim device driver, within the scheduling of events. This issue results from the improper management of a reference count. This may allow an attacker to create a denial of service condition on the system.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | < 6.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 9.0 |
References
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2189137Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-CAN-17811/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2189137Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-CAN-17811/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-2019?
A flaw was found in the Linux kernel's netdevsim device driver, within the scheduling of events. This issue results from the improper management of a reference count. This may allow an attacker to create a denial of service condition on the system.
How severe is CVE-2023-2019?
CVE-2023-2019 has a CVSS score of 4.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-2019?
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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