SB20240531174 - Ubuntu update for linux 

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SB20240531174 - Ubuntu update for linux

Published: May 31, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB20240531174
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 3
Exploitation vector Physical access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 3 secuirty vulnerabilities.


1) Use-after-free (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-47233)

The vulnerability allows an attacker to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to a use-after-free error within the brcm80211 in a brcmf_cfg80211_detach in the device unplugging (disconnect the USB by hotplug) code. An attacker with physical access to device can trigger a use-after-free error and escalate privileges on the system.


2) Use-after-free (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-26622)

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

The vulnerability exists due to a use-after-free error within the tomoyo_write_control() function. A local  user can trigger a use-after-free error and execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.


3) Use-after-free (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-52530)

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

The vulnerability exists due to a use-after-free error within the ieee80211_key_link() function in net/mac80211/key.c, within the ieee80211_add_key() function in net/mac80211/cfg.c. A local user can escalate privileges on the system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References