Vulnerability Description
A flaw use after free in the Linux kernel NILFS file system was found in the way user triggers function security_inode_alloc to fail with following call to function nilfs_mdt_destroy. A local user could use this flaw to crash the system or potentially escalate their privileges on the system.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 2.6.12, < 4.9.331 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 10.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2022/12/msg00034.htmlMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://lore.kernel.org/linux-fsdevel/20220816040859.659129-1-dzm91%40hust.edu.c
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2022/12/msg00034.htmlMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- https://lore.kernel.org/linux-fsdevel/20220816040859.659129-1-dzm91%40hust.edu.c
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-2978?
CVE-2022-2978 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A flaw use after free in the Linux kernel NILFS file system was found in the way user triggers function security_inode_alloc to fail with following call to function nilfs_mdt_destroy. A local user cou...
How severe is CVE-2022-2978?
CVE-2022-2978 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-2978?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel, Debian Debian Linux.