CVE-2019-9162: High severity Linux Linux kernel vulnerability
In the Linux kernel before 4.20.12, net/ipv4/netfilter/nfnatsnmpbasicmain.c in the SNMP NAT module has insufficient ASN.1 length checks (aka an array index error), making out-of-bounds read and write operations possible, leading to an OOPS or local privilege escalation. This affects snmpversion and snmphelper.
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
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Linux kernel (net/ipv4/netfilter/nf_nat_snmp_basic_main.c, SNMP NAT module)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 4.20.12
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2019-9162.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-9162?
The severity of CVE-2019-9162 is high.
Which software is affected by CVE-2019-9162?
The Linux kernel versions before 4.20.12 are affected by CVE-2019-9162.
How can I fix CVE-2019-9162?
To fix CVE-2019-9162, you should update your Linux kernel to version 4.20.12 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-9162?
You can find more information about CVE-2019-9162 on the following websites: [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107159), [NetApp](https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20190327-0002/), [F5 Networks](https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K31864522).