PT-2019-4477 · Linux+4 · Linux Kernel+4
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Published
2019-08-06
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Updated
2023-08-04
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CVE-2019-19527
CVSS v2.0
7.2
High
| Vector | AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C |
Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions
Linux kernel versions prior to 5.2.10
Description
The issue is related to a use-after-free bug in the Linux kernel, specifically in the drivers/hid/usbhid/hiddev.c driver. This bug can be triggered by a malicious USB device, potentially allowing an attacker to cause a denial of service.
Recommendations
For Linux kernel versions prior to 5.2.10, update to version 5.2.10 or later to resolve the issue.
As a temporary workaround, consider restricting the use of USB devices to minimize the risk of exploitation.
Fix
Use After Free
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Weakness Enumeration
Related Identifiers
Affected Products
Alt Linux
Centos
Linux Kernel
Red Hat
Suse