CVE-2023-6560
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.28%
Last modified
CVE-2023-6560 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An out-of-bounds memory access flaw was found in the io_uring SQ/CQ rings functionality in the Linux kernel. This issue could allow a local user to crash the system.. EPSS estimates a 0.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An out-of-bounds memory access flaw was found in the io_uring SQ/CQ rings functionality in the Linux kernel. This issue could allow a local user to crash the system.
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 | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 6.6 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 6.7 | Rc1 |
References
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2023-6560Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2253249Issue Tracking
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2023-6560Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2253249Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-6560?
An out-of-bounds memory access flaw was found in the io_uring SQ/CQ rings functionality in the Linux kernel. This issue could allow a local user to crash the system.
How severe is CVE-2023-6560?
CVE-2023-6560 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-6560?
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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