Vulnerability Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: tcp: Fix data-races around sysctl_tcp_mtu_probing. While reading sysctl_tcp_mtu_probing, 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 | >= 2.6.17, < 4.19.254 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/77a04845f0d28a3561494a5f3121488470a968a4Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/7e8fc428a7f680f1c4994a40e52d7f95a9a93038Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/aabe9438fdfe004e021d5a206227ec105dbe2416Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/b0920ca09d9ce19980c8391b9002455baa9c1417Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/f47d00e077e7d61baf69e46dde3210c886360207Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/f966773e13cdd3f12baa90071b7b660f6c633ccbPatch
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-49598?
CVE-2022-49598 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_mtu_probing. While reading sysctl_tcp_mtu_probing, it can be changed concurrently. Thus, we ...
How severe is CVE-2022-49598?
CVE-2022-49598 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-2022-49598?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.