CVE-2019-15292: Use After Free
An issue was discovered in the Linux kernel before 5.0.9. There is a use-after-free in atalkprocexit, related to net/appletalk/atalkproc.c, net/appletalk/ddp.c, and net/appletalk/sysctlnetatalk.c.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.10.223-1Fixed in 5.10.262-1Fixed in 6.1.176-1Fixed in 6.1.180-1Fixed in 6.12.94-1Fixed in 6.12.101-1Fixed in 7.1.8-1Fixed in 7.1.8-2 - Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 5.0.9
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-15292?
CVE-2019-15292 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on the Linux kernel integrity.
How do I fix CVE-2019-15292?
To fix CVE-2019-15292, upgrade to at least version 5.0.9 of the Linux kernel or apply a relevant security patch provided by your distribution.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2019-15292?
CVE-2019-15292 affects Linux kernel versions prior to 5.0.9, including several versions within 3.x to 4.x.
What is a use-after-free vulnerability in the context of CVE-2019-15292?
In CVE-2019-15292, a use-after-free vulnerability occurs when a pointer continues to reference memory after it has been freed, which can lead to software instability or exploitation.
Can CVE-2019-15292 affect other operating systems?
CVE-2019-15292 primarily affects the Linux operating system and its derivatives like Debian and Ubuntu; it does not impact other operating systems.