CVE-2022-0615: Use-after-free vulnerability in ESET products for Linux

Published Feb 25, 2022
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Updated

Use-after-free in esetrtp kernel module used in ESET products for Linux allows potential attacker to trigger denial-of-service condition on the system.

Affected Software

4 affected components
ESET Endpoint Antivirus Linux Kernel>=7.1.6.0<=7.1.9.0
ESET Endpoint Antivirus Linux Kernel>=8.0.3.0<=8.1.5.0
ESET Server Security Linux Kernel>=7.2.463.0<=7.2.574.0
ESET Server Security Linux Kernel>=8.0.375.0<=8.1.813.0

Event History

Feb 25, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:10 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:10 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-0615?

CVE-2022-0615 is a vulnerability in the eset_rtp kernel module used in ESET products for Linux that allows a potential attacker to trigger a denial-of-service condition on the system.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-0615?

CVE-2022-0615 has a severity rating of 7.5 (high).

3

Which ESET products for Linux are affected by CVE-2022-0615?

ESET Endpoint Antivirus versions 7.1.6.0 to 7.1.9.0, 8.0.3.0 to 8.1.5.0, and ESET Server Security versions 7.2.463.0 to 7.2.574.0, 8.0.375.0 to 8.1.813.0 are affected by CVE-2022-0615.

4

How can CVE-2022-0615 be exploited?

CVE-2022-0615 can be exploited by a potential attacker to trigger a denial-of-service condition on the system by utilizing a use-after-free vulnerability in the eset_rtp kernel module.

5

How can I fix CVE-2022-0615?

To fix CVE-2022-0615, it is recommended to update ESET Endpoint Antivirus and ESET Server Security to the latest versions available.

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