SB2023070442 - Local denial of service in Linux kernel framebuffer console



SB2023070442 - Local denial of service in Linux kernel framebuffer console

Published: July 4, 2023

Security Bulletin ID SB2023070442
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Denial of service

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Incorrect calculation (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-3161)

The vulnerability allows a local user to perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect calculation in the Framebuffer Console (fbcon) in the Linux kernel. A local user can perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.