CVE-2022-42703: Use After Free

Published Oct 9, 2022
·
Updated

Last updated 25 April 2025

Other sources

mm/rmap.c in the Linux kernel before 5.19.7 has a use-after-free related to leaf anonvma double reuse.

— Launchpad

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
redhat/Linux kernel<6.0
6.0
Google Android
Linux Linux Kernel<5.19.7
debian/linux
5.10.223-15.10.234-16.1.129-16.1.135-16.12.25-16.12.27-1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade redhat/Linux kernel to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.0
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/linux to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 5.10.223-1Fixed in 5.10.234-1Fixed in 6.1.129-1Fixed in 6.1.135-1Fixed in 6.12.25-1Fixed in 6.12.27-1
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade linux kernel to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 5.19.7

Event History

Oct 9, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jan 12, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·12:12 AM
Description
Apr 28, 2025
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·05:01 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-42703?

CVE-2022-42703 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for exploitation via use-after-free conditions.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-42703?

To fix CVE-2022-42703, update your Linux kernel to version 5.19.7 or later.

3

Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2022-42703?

CVE-2022-42703 affects Linux kernel versions prior to 5.19.7.

4

Is CVE-2022-42703 related to any specific operating systems?

This vulnerability impacts the Linux kernel and products based on it, including some versions of Android.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-42703?

CVE-2022-42703 is a use-after-free vulnerability, which can lead to memory corruption and potential system compromise.

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