SB2024041625 - Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.0 Extended Update Support update for kernel

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SB2024041625 - Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.0 Extended Update Support update for kernel

Published: April 16, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2024041625
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) Out-of-bounds write (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-6931)

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

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error in the Linux kernel's Performance Events system component. A local user can trigger an out-of-bounds write and execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.


2) Integer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-33631)

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

The vulnerability exists due to integer overflow when mounting a malicious filesystem. A local user can mount a specially crafted filesystem, trigger an integer overflow and execute arbitrary code.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References