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CVE-2019-13272

CISA KEV

Published December 10, 2021 · Updated April 3, 2026

high
Official Description+

Kernel/ptrace.c in Linux kernel mishandles contains an improper privilege management vulnerability that allows local users to obtain root access.

Affected Products

VendorProduct
LinuxKernel

Patch Status

Patch by 2022-06-10

Recommended Actions

  1. Check if your systems use any of the affected products listed above.
  2. Apply vendor patches immediately if available.
  3. This vulnerability is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog — prioritize remediation.
  4. Monitor vendor advisories for updates and additional mitigations.
  5. Review logs for indicators of compromise related to CVE-2019-13272.