Vulnerability Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: tcp: Fix data-races around sysctl_tcp_min_snd_mss. While reading sysctl_tcp_min_snd_mss, it can be changed concurrently. Thus, we need to add READ_ONCE() to its readers.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 3.16.69, < 3.17 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/0d8a39feb58910a7f7746b1770ee5578cc551fe6Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/0fc9357282df055e30990b29f4b7afa53ab42cdbPatch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/78eb166cdefcc3221c8c7c1e2d514e91a2eb5014Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/97992e8feff33b3ae154a113ec398546bbacda80Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/fdb96b69f5909ffcdd6f1e0902219fc6d7689ff7Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-49596?
CVE-2022-49596 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.7 (MEDIUM). In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: tcp: Fix data-races around sysctl_tcp_min_snd_mss. While reading sysctl_tcp_min_snd_mss, it can be changed concurrently. Thus, we ...
How severe is CVE-2022-49596?
CVE-2022-49596 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-49596?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.