CVE-2023-0179: Buffer Overflow
A buffer overflow vulnerability was found in the Netfilter subsystem in the Linux Kernel. This issue could allow the leakage of both stack and heap addresses, and potentially allow Local Privilege Escalation to the root user via arbitrary code execution.
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An integer overflow vulnerability was found within the Netfilter (nftables) subsystem. The exploitation could allow the leakage of both stack and heap addresses and, potentially, a Local Privilege Escalation to the root user via arbitrary code execution.
Reference: https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2023/q1/20
— Red Hat
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-0179?
CVE-2023-0179 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2023-0179?
To fix CVE-2023-0179, update the kernel to the recommended versions specified in the vulnerability details.
What platforms are affected by CVE-2023-0179?
CVE-2023-0179 affects various versions of the Linux kernel across distributions such as Red Hat, Ubuntu, and Fedora.
What kind of exploitation is possible with CVE-2023-0179?
CVE-2023-0179 could lead to arbitrary code execution, allowing a local user to execute code as the root user.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-0179?
There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2023-0179; patching the kernel is the recommended approach to mitigate the vulnerability.