CVE-2022-49576

ipv4: Fix data-races around sysctl_fib_multipath_hash_fields.

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ipv4: Fix data-races around sysctl_fib_multipath_hash_fields. While reading sysctl_fib_multipath_hash_fields, it can be changed concurrently. Thus, we need to add READ_ONCE() to its readers.

Category

4.7
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.05%
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/36f5b86f309b3b11295d087cd7433f1c897caf94 patch
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/548d6678c4a3d43667e59686665f8674b82440a3 patch
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/8895a9c2ac76fb9d3922fed4fe092c8ec5e5cccc patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-49576?
CVE-2022-49576 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-49576?
To fix CVE-2022-49576, 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-2022-49576 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-49576 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-2022-49576?
CVE-2022-49576 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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