CVE-2022-21385: Medium severity oracle linux vulnerability

Published Aug 29, 2022
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Updated

A flaw in netrdsallocsgs() in Oracle Linux kernels allows unprivileged local users to crash the machine. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 6.2 (Availability impacts). CVSS Vector (CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H)

Affected Software

1 affected component
ORACLE Linux

Event History

Aug 29, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:35 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:35 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-21385?

CVE-2022-21385 is a vulnerability in net_rds_alloc_sgs() in Oracle Linux kernels that allows unprivileged local users to crash the machine.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-21385?

The severity of CVE-2022-21385 is medium with a CVSS 3.1 Base Score of 6.2 (Availability impacts).

3

How does CVE-2022-21385 impact Oracle Linux?

CVE-2022-21385 impacts Oracle Linux kernels allowing unprivileged local users to crash the machine.

4

How can unprivileged local users exploit CVE-2022-21385?

Unprivileged local users can exploit CVE-2022-21385 by triggering the flaw in net_rds_alloc_sgs().

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2022-21385?

Yes, a fix for CVE-2022-21385 is available. Please refer to the reference link for more information.

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