CVE-2022-3526

Linux Kernel skb macvlan.c macvlan_handle_frame memory leak

Description

A vulnerability classified as problematic was found in Linux Kernel. This vulnerability affects the function macvlan_handle_frame of the file drivers/net/macvlan.c of the component skb. The manipulation leads to memory leak. The attack can be initiated remotely. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-211024.

Categories

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.13%
Vendor Advisory kernel.org
Affected: Linux Kernel
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/pabeni/net-next.git/commit/?id=e16b859872b87650bb55b12cca5a5fcdc49c1442 mailing list patch vendor advisory
https://vuldb.com/?id.211024 third party advisory permissions required

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-3526?
CVE-2022-3526 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-3526?
To fix CVE-2022-3526, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2022-3526 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-3526 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-3526?
CVE-2022-3526 affects Linux Kernel.
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