CVE-2023-1582

Description

A race problem was found in fs/proc/task_mmu.c in the memory management sub-component in the Linux kernel. This issue may allow a local attacker with user privilege to cause a denial of service.

Category

4.7
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.01%
Affected: n/a Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://lore.kernel.org/linux-mm/Yg6ac8WlwtnDH6M0%40kroah.com/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-1582?
CVE-2023-1582 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-1582?
To fix CVE-2023-1582, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-1582 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-1582 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-1582?
CVE-2023-1582 affects n/a Linux.
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