CVE-2020-28588: Medium severity linux kernel vulnerability
An information disclosure vulnerability exists in the /proc/pid/syscall functionality of Linux Kernel 5.1 Stable and 5.4.66. More specifically, this issue has been introduced in v5.1-rc4 (commit 631b7abacd02b88f4b0795c08b54ad4fc3e7c7c0) and is still present in v5.10-rc4, so it’s likely that all versions in between are affected. An attacker can read /proc/pid/syscall to trigger this vulnerability, which leads to the kernel leaking memory contents.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-28588?
The severity of CVE-2020-28588 is classified as medium, indicating potential risks of information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2020-28588?
To fix CVE-2020-28588, you should upgrade to a vulnerable-free version of the Linux Kernel, such as 5.10.223-1 or later.
What versions of Linux Kernel are affected by CVE-2020-28588?
CVE-2020-28588 affects Linux Kernel versions 5.1 to 5.10-rc4, including 5.4.66 and 5.9.8.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2020-28588?
CVE-2020-28588 is an information disclosure vulnerability in the Linux Kernel's /proc/pid/syscall functionality.
Is CVE-2020-28588 still present in newer Linux Kernel versions?
CVE-2020-28588 has been confirmed to be introduced and present up to version 5.10-rc4 of the Linux Kernel.