Improper input validation in Linux Kernel

CVE-2023-39191

An improper input validation flaw was found in the eBPF subsystem in the Linux kernel. The issue occurs due to a lack of proper validation of dynamic pointers within user-supplied eBPF programs prior to executing them. This may allow an attacker with CAP_BPF privileges to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of the kernel.

Vulnerability class: Drupalgeddon 2 (CVE-2018-7600)

EPSS: 0.005 (40.9th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 8.2 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

Public proof-of-concept exploits

References

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-39191?
CVE-2023-39191 is a high-severity vulnerability in Linux Kernel, classified under Improper Input Validation. CVSS score: 8.2/10. Published 2023-10-04.
How severe is CVE-2023-39191?
High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 8.2 out of 10.
Is CVE-2023-39191 known to be exploited?
1 public proof-of-concept repositories are indexed. Not currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.