CVE-2023-2162

Description

A use-after-free vulnerability was found in iscsi_sw_tcp_session_create in drivers/scsi/iscsi_tcp.c in SCSI sub-component in the Linux Kernel. In this flaw an attacker could leak kernel internal information.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.01%
Affected: n/a Kernel
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.spinics.net/lists/linux-scsi/msg181542.html patch mailing list
https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2023/05/msg00005.html mailing list
https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2023/05/msg00006.html mailing list

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-2162?
CVE-2023-2162 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-2162?
To fix CVE-2023-2162, 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-2023-2162 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-2162 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-2023-2162?
CVE-2023-2162 affects n/a Kernel.
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