CVE-2019-13272
Linux Kernel Improper Privilege Management Vulnerability
CVSS
—
No CVSS
EPSS
52.2%
p99
KEV
YES
Dec 10, 2021
Exploit Today
80
0-100
Published: — · Last modified: —
52.2%EPSS · 30 days52.2%
2026-06-302026-07-16
Product
Linux / Kernel
Vulnerability
Linux Kernel Improper Privilege Management Vulnerability
Added to KEV
Dec 10, 2021
Remediate by
Jun 10, 2022
Known ransomware use
No
Summary description
Kernel/ptrace.c in Linux kernel mishandles contains an improper privilege management vulnerability that allows local users to obtain root access.
Required action
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Notes
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2019-13272
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