CVE-2022-3635: Linux Kernel IPsec idt77252.c tst_timer use after free

Published Oct 21, 2022
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Updated

A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, has been found in Linux Kernel. Affected by this issue is the function tsttimer of the file drivers/atm/idt77252.c of the component IPsec. The manipulation leads to use after free. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue. VDB-211934 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.

Affected Software

9 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel>=2.6.12<4.9.326
Linux Linux kernel>=4.10<4.14.291
Linux Linux kernel>=4.15<4.19.256
Linux Linux kernel>=4.20<5.4.211
Linux Linux kernel>=5.5<5.10.138
Linux Linux kernel>=5.11<5.15.63
Linux Linux kernel>=5.16<5.19.4
Debian Debian Linux=10.0
debian/linux
5.10.223-15.10.234-16.1.129-16.1.135-16.12.25-16.12.27-1

Event History

Oct 21, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Jan 12, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·12:11 AM
Description
May 2, 2025
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·04:49 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-3635?

CVE-2022-3635 is classified as a critical vulnerability in the Linux Kernel.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-3635?

To fix CVE-2022-3635, apply the recommended patches or upgrade to the fixed versions of the Linux Kernel.

3

What component is affected by CVE-2022-3635?

CVE-2022-3635 affects the IPsec component in the Linux Kernel.

4

Which versions of the Linux Kernel are impacted by CVE-2022-3635?

CVE-2022-3635 impacts multiple versions of the Linux Kernel, specifically those between 2.6.12 and 5.19.4.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-3635?

CVE-2022-3635 is categorized as a use after free vulnerability.

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