Improper locking in Linux kernel hw irdma driver
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2022-48694 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-667 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Linux kernel Operating systems & Components / Operating system |
| Vendor | Linux Foundation |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Improper locking
EUVDB-ID: #VU93387
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.8 [AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2022-48694
CWE-ID:
CWE-667 - Improper Locking
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to execute arbitrary code.
The vulnerability exists due to improper locking within the irdma_generate_flush_completions() function in drivers/infiniband/hw/irdma/utils.c. A local user can execute arbitrary code.
MitigationInstall update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsLinux kernel: All versions
External linkshttp://git.kernel.org/stable/c/14d148401c5202fec3a071e24785481d540b22c3
http://git.kernel.org/stable/c/5becc531a3fa8da75158a8993f56cc3e0717716e
http://git.kernel.org/stable/c/ead54ced6321099978d30d62dc49c282a6e70574
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
