SB2024011101 - Ubuntu update for linux-aws

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SB2024011101 - Ubuntu update for linux-aws

Published: January 11, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2024011101
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 2
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 2 secuirty vulnerabilities.


1) Division by zero (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-20588)

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to a divide by zero error that can return speculative data. A local user can gain access to potentially sensitive information.


2) Out-of-bounds write (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-45863)

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

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error within the fill_kobj_path() function in lib/kobject.c. A local user can can trigger an out-of-bounds write and execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References