CVE-2019-15505

drivers/media/usb/dvb-usb/technisat-usb2.c in the Linux kernel through 5.2.9 has an out-of-bounds read via crafted USB device traffic (which may be remote via…

published August 23, 2019

CVSS
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EPSS
8%
Percentile
94.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An out-of-bounds read from crafted USB traffic? Sounds sneaky, but that’s exactly what CVE-2019-15505 is all about! 😲 Think of it like a librarian inadvertently reading a client’s request for a book they never actually borrowed — it’s a slip-up that could expose sensitive information without anyone realizing it! This vulnerability could potentially leak sensitive data by accessing memory outside the intended bounds. While there’s no known exploit, the implications of unauthorized access to data can be troubling, especially if you’re relying on this code in critical situations.

Put simply

Think of it like a librarian inadvertently reading a client’s request for a book they never actually borrowed — it’s a slip-up that could expose sensitive information without anyone realizing it! CVE-2019-15505 involves an out-of-bounds read in the Linux kernel, specifically in the technisat-usb2 driver. This flaw can be triggered by crafted USB device traffic via protocols like usbip or usbredir, leading to potential information disclosure.

What to do

This vulnerability could potentially leak sensitive data by accessing memory outside the intended bounds. While there’s no known exploit, the implications of unauthorized access to data can be troubling, especially if you’re relying on this code in critical situations. To safeguard against this, ensure you're running a Linux kernel version higher than 5.2.9 where this issue has been addressed. Regularly monitor kernel updates and apply them promptly to stay protected! You’ve got this! With these steps, you’ll keep your systems secure and running smoothly! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.07619 · 94.5th percentile
Published
2019-08-23T05:18Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 23 AUG 05:18Z
    drivers/media/usb/dvb-usb/technisat-usb2.c in the Linux kernel through 5.2.9 has an out-of-bounds read via crafted USB device traffic (which may be remote via…
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