CVE-2022-49578

ip: Fix data-races around sysctl_ip_prot_sock.

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ip: Fix data-races around sysctl_ip_prot_sock. sysctl_ip_prot_sock is accessed concurrently, and there is always a chance of data-race. So, all readers and writers need some basic protection to avoid load/store-tearing.

Category

4.7
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.02%
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/9add240f76af6d141d2eebd3a1558a0e503a993d patch
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/95724fe897a4ecf2be51452ef96e818568071664 patch
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/ef699813d99cc29e6e25c9f6da7766526cc8bd6e patch
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/9b55c20f83369dd54541d9ddbe3a018a8377f451 patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-49578?
CVE-2022-49578 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-49578?
To fix CVE-2022-49578, 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-2022-49578 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-49578 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-2022-49578?
CVE-2022-49578 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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