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Linux Kernel vsock Null Pointer Dereference Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A null pointer dereference vulnerability has been identified in the Linux kernel's virtual socket (vsock) implementation. This issue arises when the functions vsock_*_has_data() are called on a vsock socket that has been detached from its transport, potentially leading to a crash. The vulnerability affects several versions of the Linux kernel.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to a null pointer dereference, causing a kernel crash.

Added: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM
Updated: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
9.0
impact
2.5
exploitability
5.3
remediation
0.0
relevance
0.0
threat
3.2
urgency
2.9
incentive
1.7

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