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CVE-2022-1205: Null Pointer Dereference

First published: Fri Apr 01 2022(Updated: )

A NULL pointer dereference flaw was found in the Linux kernel’s Amateur Radio AX.25 protocol functionality in the way a user connects with the protocol. This flaw allows a local user to crash the system.

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Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Linux Kernel<=5.17
debian/linux
5.10.223-1
5.10.234-1
6.1.129-1
6.1.128-1
6.12.20-1
6.12.21-1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-1205?

    CVE-2022-1205 is categorized as a high-severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow a local user to crash the system.

  • How do I fix CVE-2022-1205?

    To fix CVE-2022-1205, upgrade the Linux kernel to version 5.10.223-1, 5.10.226-1, 6.1.119-1, 6.1.123-1, 6.12.11-1, or 6.12.12-1.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-1205?

    CVE-2022-1205 is a NULL pointer dereference vulnerability found in the Amateur Radio AX.25 protocol functionality of the Linux kernel.

  • Who is impacted by CVE-2022-1205?

    CVE-2022-1205 impacts local users on systems running the vulnerable versions of the Linux kernel that utilize the Amateur Radio AX.25 protocol.

  • When was CVE-2022-1205 disclosed?

    CVE-2022-1205 was disclosed in 2022, affecting multiple versions of the Linux kernel prior to 5.17.

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