CVE-2022-48904

iommu/amd: Fix I/O page table memory leak

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: iommu/amd: Fix I/O page table memory leak The current logic updates the I/O page table mode for the domain before calling the logic to free memory used for the page table. This results in IOMMU page table memory leak, and can be observed when launching VM w/ pass-through devices. Fix by freeing the memory used for page table before updating the mode.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-48904?
CVE-2022-48904 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-48904?
To fix CVE-2022-48904, 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-2022-48904 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-48904 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-2022-48904?
CVE-2022-48904 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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