Linux Kernel Heap-Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability
Linux kernel contains a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the legacy_parse_param function in the Filesystem Context functionality. This allows an attacker to open a filesystem that does not support the Filesystem Context API and ultimately escalate privileges. CISA required action: Apply updates per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if updates are unavailable.
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Security context
Source reference: kev:CVE-2022-0185
Kernel
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- Related CVEs
- CVE-2022-0185
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