SB2019082024 - Use-after-free in Linux kernel

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SB2019082024 - Use-after-free in Linux kernel

Published: August 20, 2019 Updated: September 3, 2019

Security Bulletin ID SB2019082024
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Physical access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Use-after-free (CVE-ID: CVE-2019-15211)

The vulnerability allows a local user to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists in the Raremono AM/FM/SW radio device driver in "drivers/media/v4l2-core/v4l2-dev.c" driver due to a use-after-free error when the "drivers/media/radio/radio-raremono.c" does not properly allocate memory. An authenticated local user with physical access to the system can use a malicious USB device to cause a denial of service or possibly execute arbitrary code.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow an attacker to compromise vulnerable system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References