SB2023051858 - Ubuntu update for linux-oem-6.0



SB2023051858 - Ubuntu update for linux-oem-6.0

Published: May 18, 2023

Security Bulletin ID SB2023051858
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-2022-4139)

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

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error within the i915 kernel driver on Linux kernel. A local user can trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.



Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.