Privilege escalation in Linux kernel bpf
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2023-52452 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-665 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Linux kernel Operating systems & Components / Operating system |
| Vendor |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Improper Initialization
EUVDB-ID: #VU87743
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2023-52452
CWE-ID:
CWE-665 - Improper Initialization
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper initialization in bpf. A local user can run a specially crafted application to execute arbitrary code with escalated privileges on the system.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsLinux kernel: before 6.6.14
External linkshttp://git.kernel.org/stable/c/0954982db8283016bf38e9db2da5adf47a102e19
http://git.kernel.org/stable/c/fbcf372c8eda2290470268e0afb5ab5d5f5d5fde
http://git.kernel.org/stable/c/6b4a64bafd107e521c01eec3453ce94a3fb38529
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
