PT-2022-6379 · Linux+4 · Linux Kernel+4

Palash Oswal

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Published

2022-11-12

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Updated

2024-04-15

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CVE-2023-26606

CVSS v3.1

7.8

High

VectorAV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions Linux kernel version 6.0.8
Description The issue is related to a use-after-free vulnerability in the ntfs trim fs() function of the fs/ntfs3/bitmap.c component in the Linux kernel. This vulnerability may allow an attacker to impact the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected information. The vulnerability is associated with the use of memory after it has been freed.
Recommendations For Linux kernel version 6.0.8, consider disabling the ntfs trim fs() function as a temporary workaround until a patch is available. Restrict access to the fs/ntfs3/bitmap.c component to minimize the risk of exploitation. Avoid using the affected kernel version until the issue is resolved. At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this vulnerability.

Exploit

Use After Free

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Weakness Enumeration

Related Identifiers

ALT-PU-2023-1011
ALT-PU-2023-1015
ALT-PU-2023-1016
ALT-PU-2023-1044
ALT-PU-2023-7007
ALT-PU-2023-7682
ALT-PU-2024-4263
ALT-PU-2024-4843
BDU:2023-01112
CVE-2023-26606
USN-5982-1
USN-5987-1
USN-6004-1
USN-6024-1
USN-6123-1
USN-6174-1

Affected Products

Alt Linux
Astra Linux
Linuxmint
Linux Kernel
Ubuntu