CVE-2023-6200
CVSS 3.1 Score 7.5 of 10 (high)
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Summary
CVE-2023-6200 is a newly identified vulnerability affecting the Linux Kernel. The issue involves a race condition, allowing an unauthenticated attacker on an adjacent network to execute arbitrary code. This occurs when the attacker sends a malicious ICMPv6 router advertisement packet, which can be exploited under specific conditions. The implications of this vulnerability are significant, as it could lead to potential security breaches and unauthorized system access. Users are strongly advised to update their Linux Kernel as soon as a patch becomes available to mitigate this risk.
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