SB2020040138 - Arch Linux update for Linux



SB2020040138 - Arch Linux update for Linux

Published: April 1, 2020 Updated: March 24, 2023

Security Bulletin ID SB2020040138
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-8835)

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error in bpf verifier for 32 bit systems in Linux kernel. A local user can rigger a buffer overflow and gain access to sensitive information or execute arbitrary code on the system with elevated privileges.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.