CVE-2022-42270: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 30, 2022
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Updated

NVIDIA distributions of Linux contain a vulnerability in nvdlaemutasksubmit, where unvalidated input may allow a local attacker to cause stack-based buffer overflow in kernel code, which may lead to escalation of privileges, compromised integrity and confidentiality, and denial of service.

Affected Software

9 affected components
Nvidia Jetson Linux<32.7.2
Nvidia Jetson AGX Xavier
Nvidia Jetson Agx Xavier 16gb
Nvidia Jetson Agx Xavier 32gb
Nvidia Jetson Agx Xavier 64gb
Nvidia Jetson Agx Xavier 8gb
Nvidia Jetson Agx Xavier Industrial
Nvidia Jetson Xavier NX
Nvidia Jetson Xavier Nx 16gb

Event History

Dec 30, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this NVIDIA vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this NVIDIA vulnerability is CVE-2022-42270.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-42270?

The severity of CVE-2022-42270 is high.

3

What is the affected software for CVE-2022-42270?

The affected software for CVE-2022-42270 is NVIDIA distributions of Linux.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2022-42270?

CVE-2022-42270 may lead to escalation of privileges, compromised integrity and confidentiality, and denial of service.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-42270?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-42270 on the NVIDIA website.

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