CVE-2022-2586 — Linux Kernel Use-After-Free Vulnerability
CVE-2022-2586: Linux Kernel Use-After-Free Vulnerability
CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability (KEV)
| Vendor / project | Linux |
| Product | Kernel |
| Date added | 2024-06-26 |
| Due date | 2024-07-17 |
| Ransomware campaign use | Unknown |
Description
Linux Kernel contains a use-after-free vulnerability in the nft_object, allowing local attackers to escalate privileges.
Required action (CISA)
Apply updates per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if updates are unavailable.
Notes
This vulnerability affects a common open-source component, third-party library, or a protocol used by different products. For more information, please see: https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2022/q3/131; https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2022-2586
References
- NVD: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2022-2586
- KEV catalog: https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog