CVE-2020-15393: Medium severity Linux Linux kernel vulnerability
In the Linux kernel 4.4 through 5.7.6, usbtestdisconnect in drivers/usb/misc/usbtest.c has a memory leak, aka CID-28ebeb8db770.
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
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-15393?
CVE-2020-15393 has a moderate severity level due to its memory leak in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2020-15393?
To fix CVE-2020-15393, upgrade to kernel versions 5.10.223-1, 5.10.226-1, 6.1.119-1, 6.1.123-1, 6.12.10-1, or 6.12.11-1.
Which Linux distributions are affected by CVE-2020-15393?
CVE-2020-15393 affects various distributions including Debian Linux 9.0, openSUSE Leap 15.1 and 15.2, and multiple versions of Ubuntu Linux.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2020-15393?
Exploiting CVE-2020-15393 can lead to resource exhaustion due to a memory leak, potentially impacting system stability.
When was CVE-2020-15393 last updated?
CVE-2020-15393 was last updated on November 29, 2024.