CVE-2022-50327: ACPI: processor: idle: Check acpi_fetch_acpi_dev() return value
Published Sep 15, 2025
·Updated
ACPI: processor: idle: Check acpifetchacpidev() return value
Affected Software
8 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel
Linux Linux kernel>=4.8<5.4.297
Linux Linux kernel>=5.5<5.10.241
Linux Linux kernel>=5.11<5.15.190
Linux Linux kernel>=5.16<6.0.16
Linux Linux kernel>=6.1<6.1.2
Debian Debian Linux=11.0
Microsoft cbl2 kernel 5.15.186.1-1
Remediation
Event History
Sep 15, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:49 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:49 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jan 18, 2026
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·09:01 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·09:01 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·09:01 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2022-50327?
CVE-2022-50327 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for a NULL pointer dereference.
2
How do I fix CVE-2022-50327?
To fix CVE-2022-50327, ensure that you update to the latest stable version of the Linux kernel that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2022-50327?
CVE-2022-50327 affects all versions of the Linux kernel that are prior to the patch addressing this vulnerability.
4
What impact does CVE-2022-50327 have on systems?
Exploitation of CVE-2022-50327 could lead to system instability or a denial of service due to a NULL pointer dereference.
5
Is CVE-2022-50327 a remote vulnerability?
CVE-2022-50327 is not classified as a remote vulnerability since it requires local access to trigger the issue.