#VU56816 Unchecked Return Value in Linux kernel - CVE-2020-29569

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#VU56816 Unchecked Return Value in Linux kernel - CVE-2020-29569

Published: September 22, 2021


Vulnerability identifier: #VU56816
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-29569
CWE-ID: CWE-252
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
Linux kernel
Software vendor:
Linux Foundation

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to an unchecked return value. A local user can cause a denial of service (DoS) condition, leading to privilege escalation and information leaks.


Remediation

Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

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