CVE-2023-6176

Summary

CVE-2023-6176 is a null pointer dereference vulnerability affecting the Linux kernel API for the cryptographic algorithm scatterwalk functionality. This issue arises when a user crafts a malicious packet with specific socket configuration. If exploited, this vulnerability can lead to a system crash or privilege escalation for a local user. The scatterwalk functionality is used for scatter-gather I/O operations, making this a significant security concern for Linux systems. System administrators are advised to apply the necessary patches to mitigate this risk.

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