CVE-2019-15792: Type confusion in shiftfs

Published Apr 23, 2020
·
Updated

In shiftfs, a non-upstream patch to the Linux kernel included in the Ubuntu 5.0 and 5.3 kernel series, shiftfsbtrfsioctlfdreplace() calls fdget(oldfd), then without further checks passes the resulting file into shiftfsrealfdget(), which casts file->privatedata, a void that points to a filesystem-dependent type, to a "struct shiftfsfileinfo ". As the privatedata is not required to be a pointer, an attacker can use this to cause a denial of service or possibly execute arbitrary code.

Affected Software

5 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel=5.0
Linux Linux kernel=5.3
Canonical Ubuntu Linux=18.04
Canonical Ubuntu Linux=19.04
debian/linux
6.1.176-16.1.187-16.12.107-17.1.13-1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/linux to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.1.176-1Fixed in 6.1.187-1Fixed in 6.12.107-1Fixed in 7.1.13-1

Event History

Apr 23, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:55 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:55 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Apr 24, 2020
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jan 11, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·11:20 PM
Description
Aug 26, 2025
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·02:26 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Sep 12, 2026
Data Sourced
via Debian·11:09 AM
DescriptionAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-15792?

CVE-2019-15792 is a vulnerability in the shiftfs module of the Linux kernel included in the Ubuntu 5.0 and 5.3 kernel series.

2

How does CVE-2019-15792 affect Ubuntu?

CVE-2019-15792 affects Ubuntu versions with the Linux kernel 5.0 and 5.3 series.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2019-15792?

The severity of CVE-2019-15792 is not specified.

4

How do I fix CVE-2019-15792?

To fix CVE-2019-15792, update your Ubuntu kernel to the fixed version provided by Ubuntu.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-15792?

You can find more information about CVE-2019-15792 on the Ubuntu security advisory for USN-4183-1 and USN-4184-1.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203