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CVE-2019-13272 - Linux Kernel Improper Privilege Management Vulnerability

Project:Linux

Product:Kernel

Date Added:2021-12-10Due Date:2022-06-10

Vulnerability Name

Linux Kernel Improper Privilege Management Vulnerability

Description

Kernel/ptrace.c in Linux kernel mishandles contains an improper privilege management vulnerability that allows local users to obtain root access.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Unknown

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2019-13272