A flaw null pointer dereference in the Linux kernel cgroupv2 subsystem in versions before 5.7.10 was found in the way when reboot the system. A local user could use this flaw to crash the system or escalate their privileges on the system.
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CVE-2020-14356 - High Severity Vulnerability
Vulnerable Libraries - linuxlinux-4.19.238, linuxlinux-4.19.238, linuxlinux-4.19.238, linuxlinux-4.19.238
Vulnerability Details
A flaw null pointer dereference in the Linux kernel cgroupv2 subsystem in versions before 5.7.10 was found in the way when reboot the system. A local user could use this flaw to crash the system or escalate their privileges on the system.
Publish Date: 2020-08-19
URL: CVE-2020-14356
CVSS 3 Score Details (7.8)
Base Score Metrics: - Exploitability Metrics: - Attack Vector: Local - Attack Complexity: Low - Privileges Required: Low - User Interaction: None - Scope: Unchanged - Impact Metrics: - Confidentiality Impact: High - Integrity Impact: High - Availability Impact: High
For more information on CVSS3 Scores, click here.Suggested Fix
Type: Upgrade version
Origin: https://www.linuxkernelcves.com/cves/CVE-2020-14356
Release Date: 2020-11-02
Fix Resolution: v4.9.231, v4.14.189, v4.19.134, v5.4.53, v5.7.10
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