# CVE-2023-1859: linux: A use-after-free flaw was found in xen_9pfs_front_removet in net/9p/trans_xen.c in Xen transport for 9pfs in the Linu...

CVE-2023-1859 is fixed in linux on 1 platform, first by DEBIAN-CVE-2023-1859, released May 17, 2023. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: Routine.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2023-1859
- Priority: Routine
- CVSS: 4.7 (medium)
- EPSS: 0.0018
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: May 17, 2023

## Description

A use-after-free flaw was found in xen_9pfs_front_removet in net/9p/trans_xen.c in Xen transport for 9pfs in the Linux Kernel. This flaw could allow a local attacker to crash the system due to a race problem, possibly leading to a kernel information leak.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | linux Debian 12.15 (bookworm) | 6.1.25-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2023-1859](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2023-1859.md) | May 17, 2023 |
| Linux | linux Debian 13.5 (trixie) | 6.1.25-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2023-1859](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2023-1859.md) | May 17, 2023 |
| Linux | linux Debian 14 | 6.1.25-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2023-1859](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2023-1859.md) | May 17, 2023 |

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