SB2023021640 - Privilege escalation in Linux kernel gadgetfs



SB2023021640 - Privilege escalation in Linux kernel gadgetfs

Published: February 16, 2023

Security Bulletin ID SB2023021640
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-2022-4382)

The vulnerability allows an attacker to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to a use-after-free error within the gadgetfs Linux driver. An attacker with physical access to the system can trigger a use-after-free by manipulating the external device with gadgetfs and execute arbitrary code.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.