CVE-2023-2162
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.25%
Last modified
CVE-2023-2162 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A use-after-free vulnerability was found in iscsi_sw_tcp_session_create in drivers/scsi/iscsi_tcp.c in SCSI sub-component in the Linux Kernel. In this flaw an attacker could leak kernel internal information.. EPSS estimates a 0.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A use-after-free vulnerability was found in iscsi_sw_tcp_session_create in drivers/scsi/iscsi_tcp.c in SCSI sub-component in the Linux Kernel. In this flaw an attacker could leak kernel internal information.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | < 6.2 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 6.2 |
References
- https://www.spinics.net/lists/linux-scsi/msg181542.htmlMailing List, Patch
- https://www.spinics.net/lists/linux-scsi/msg181542.htmlMailing List, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-2162?
A use-after-free vulnerability was found in iscsi_sw_tcp_session_create in drivers/scsi/iscsi_tcp.c in SCSI sub-component in the Linux Kernel. In this flaw an attacker could leak kernel internal information.
How severe is CVE-2023-2162?
CVE-2023-2162 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-2162?
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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