CVE-2019-16995: High severity linux kernel vulnerability
In the Linux kernel before 5.0.3, a memory leak exits in hsrdevfinalize() in net/hsr/hsrdevice.c if hsraddport fails to add a port, which may cause denial of service, aka CID-6caabe7f197d.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-16995?
CVE-2019-16995 is a vulnerability in the Linux kernel that allows a memory leak and may cause denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2019-16995?
CVE-2019-16995 has a severity rating of 7.5 (High).
Which versions of Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2019-16995?
Versions before 5.0.3 of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2019-16995.
How can CVE-2019-16995 be fixed?
To fix CVE-2019-16995, update the Linux kernel to version 5.0.3 or higher.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-16995?
More information about CVE-2019-16995 can be found at the following references: [Link 1](http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2019-11/msg00010.html), [Link 2](http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2019-11/msg00035.html), [Link 3](https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v5.x/ChangeLog-5.0.3).