Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2022-28356

First published: Sat Apr 02 2022(Updated: )

In the Linux kernel before 5.17.1, a refcount leak bug was found in net/llc/af_llc.c.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Linux Kernel<5.17.1
Debian Linux=9.0
Debian Linux=10.0
Debian Linux=11.0
debian/linux
5.10.223-1
5.10.234-1
6.1.129-1
6.1.135-1
6.12.25-1
6.12.27-1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-28356?

    CVE-2022-28356 is classified as a medium-severity vulnerability due to its impact on system stability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2022-28356?

    To fix CVE-2022-28356, update your Linux kernel to version 5.17.1 or later.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2022-28356?

    CVE-2022-28356 affects Linux kernel versions prior to 5.17.1 and specific Debian Linux versions 9.0, 10.0, and 11.0.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-28356?

    CVE-2022-28356 is a refcount leak bug found in the Linux kernel.

  • Is there a patch for CVE-2022-28356 available?

    Yes, patches for CVE-2022-28356 have been released in versions of the Linux kernel starting from 5.17.1.

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