In multiple locations, there is a possible way to crash multiple system services due to resource exhaustion. This could lead to local denial of service with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
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CVE-2023-21253 - Medium Severity Vulnerability
In multiple locations, there is a possible way to crash multiple system services due to resource exhaustion. This could lead to local denial of service with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.
Publish Date: 2023-10-06
URL: CVE-2023-21253
Base Score Metrics: - Exploitability Metrics: - Attack Vector: Local - Attack Complexity: Low - Privileges Required: Low - User Interaction: None - Scope: Unchanged - Impact Metrics: - Confidentiality Impact: None - Integrity Impact: None - Availability Impact: High
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