CVE-2019-19543

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions Linux kernel versions prior to 5.1.6

Description The issue is related to a use-after-free error in the serial ir init module() function, located in drivers/media/rc/serial ir.c. This error can potentially allow an attacker to compromise the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of protected information.

Recommendations For Linux kernel versions prior to 5.1.6, update to version 5.1.6 or later to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider disabling the serial ir init module() function until a patch is available.