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CVE-2022-0995Linux Kernel Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability

An out-of-bounds (OOB) memory write flaw was found in the Linux kernel’s watch_queue event notification subsystem. This flaw can overwrite parts of the kernel state, potentially allowing a local user to gain privileged access or cause a denial of service on the system.

7.8 HIGHEPSS 8.85%⚡ Known Exploited (CISA KEV)NVD: Analyzed

OverviewAffected ProductsReferences
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Overview

Severity

ScoreSeverityVersionVector String
7.8HIGH3.1NVDCVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
7.2HIGH2.0NVDAV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C

CISA required action

⚡ Known exploited · remediation due Aug 29, 2026

Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.

Details

CVE ID
CVE-2022-0995
Status
Analyzed
Assigner (CNA)
redhat
Published
Mar 25, 2022
Last modified
2026-08-27 04:16 UTC
Weaknesses

Sources

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