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ID:10743 - Exploit for Security features bypass in Linux kernel - CVE-2023-1998
ID:10743 - Exploit for Security features bypass in Linux kernel - CVE-2023-1998
Published: October 25, 2024
Vulnerability identifier: #VU75454
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVE-ID: CVE-2023-1998
CWE-ID: CWE-254
Exploitation vector: Local access
Vulnerable software:
Linux kernel
Linux kernel
Link to public exploit:
Vulnerability description
The vulnerability allows a local user to bypass implemented security restrictions.
The vulnerability exists due to incorrect implementation of the Spectre v2 SMT mitigations, related to calling prctl with PR_SET_SPECULATION_CTRL. An attacker can gain unauthorized access to kernel memory from userspace.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.