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CVE-2023-3269

Published: 2023-07-11T12:15Z
Last Modified: 2024-11-21T08:16Z
Source: MITRE CVE List
License: MITRE-CVE-TOS
A vulnerability exists in the memory management subsystem of the Linux kernel. The lock handling for accessing and updating virtual memory areas (VMAs) is incorrect, leading to use-after-free problems. This issue can be successfully exploited to execute arbitrary kernel code, escalate containers, and gain root privileges. > MITRE Terms of Use apply – see LICENSE‑MITRE.txt