CVE-2021-47232: can: j1939: fix Use-after-Free, hold skb ref while in use

Published May 21, 2024
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Updated

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:

can: j1939: fix Use-after-Free, hold skb ref while in use

This patch fixes a Use-after-Free found by the syzbot.

The problem is that a skb is taken from the per-session skb queue, without incrementing the ref count. This leads to a Use-after-Free if the skb is taken concurrently from the session queue due to a CTS.

Affected Software

10 affected components
Linux Linux kernel
Linux Linux kernel>=5.4<5.4.128
Linux Linux kernel>=5.5<5.10.46
Linux Linux kernel>=5.11<5.12.13
Linux Linux kernel=5.13-rc1
Linux Linux kernel=5.13-rc2
Linux Linux kernel=5.13-rc3
Linux Linux kernel=5.13-rc4
Linux Linux kernel=5.13-rc5
Linux Linux kernel=5.13-rc6

Event History

May 21, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:19 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:19 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-47232?

CVE-2021-47232 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-47232?

To fix CVE-2021-47232, update your Linux kernel to a version that includes the patch, such as versions beyond 5.13-rc6.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-47232?

CVE-2021-47232 is a Use-after-Free vulnerability in the Linux kernel.

4

Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2021-47232?

CVE-2021-47232 affects Linux kernel versions from 5.4 to 5.13-rc6.

5

Is CVE-2021-47232 exploitable remotely?

Yes, CVE-2021-47232 can potentially be exploited remotely, which may lead to arbitrary code execution.

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