Vulnerability Description
A use-after-free flaw was found in the Linux kernel’s Amateur Radio AX.25 protocol functionality in the way a user connects with the protocol. This flaw allows a local user to crash the system.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | < 5.17 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 34 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 10.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2022-1204Issue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2071051Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2022-1204Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/04/02/2ExploitMailing ListPatch
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2022-1204Issue TrackingThird Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2071051Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2022-1204Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/04/02/2ExploitMailing ListPatch
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-1204?
CVE-2022-1204 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). A use-after-free flaw was found in the Linux kernel’s Amateur Radio AX.25 protocol functionality in the way a user connects with the protocol. This flaw allows a local user to crash the system.
How severe is CVE-2022-1204?
CVE-2022-1204 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-1204?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel, Fedoraproject Fedora, Debian Debian Linux.