SB2020021181 - Buffer overflow in Linux kernel
Published: February 11, 2020 Updated: August 8, 2020
Security Bulletin ID
SB2020021181
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Physical access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2009-4067)
The vulnerability allows a local non-authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code.
Buffer overflow in the auerswald_probe function in the Auerswald Linux USB driver for the Linux kernel before 2.6.27 allows physically proximate attackers to execute arbitrary code, cause a denial of service via a crafted USB device, or take full control of the system.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.