Vulnerability Description
A NULL pointer dereference flaw was found in the Linux kernel’s X.25 set of standardized network protocols functionality in the way a user terminates their session using a simulated Ethernet card and continued usage of this connection. This flaw allows a local user to crash the system.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 5.18 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/06/19/1Mailing List
- https://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/netdev/net.git/commit/?id=778160Mailing ListPatchVendor Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2022/07/msg00000.htmlMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2022/dsa-5173Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/06/19/1Mailing List
- https://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/netdev/net.git/commit/?id=778160Mailing ListPatchVendor Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2022/07/msg00000.htmlMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2022/dsa-5173Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-1516?
CVE-2022-1516 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). A NULL pointer dereference flaw was found in the Linux kernel’s X.25 set of standardized network protocols functionality in the way a user terminates their session using a simulated Ethernet card and ...
How severe is CVE-2022-1516?
CVE-2022-1516 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-2022-1516?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel, Debian Debian Linux.