USN-5557-1: Linux kernel vulnerabilities
Zhenpeng Lin discovered that the network packet scheduler implementation in the Linux kernel did not properly remove all references to a route filter before freeing it in some situations. A local attacker could use this to cause a denial of service (system crash) or execute arbitrary code. (CVE-2022-2588) It was discovered that the netfilter subsystem of the Linux kernel did not prevent one nft object from referencing an nft set in another nft table, leading to a use-after-free vulnerability. A local attacker could use this to cause a denial of service (system crash) or execute arbitrary code. (CVE-2022-2586)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this advisory?
The vulnerability ID for this advisory is USN-5557-1.
What is the severity of the vulnerability?
The severity of the vulnerability is not mentioned in the advisory.
How can a local attacker exploit this vulnerability?
A local attacker can exploit this vulnerability to cause a denial of service (system crash) or execute arbitrary code.
Which Linux kernel versions are affected by this vulnerability?
The Linux kernel versions affected are 4.4.0.231.237, 4.4.0.1147.151, 4.4.0-1112.122, 4.4.0-231.265, 4.4.0-1147.162, 4.4.0-231.265~14.04.1, 4.4.0.231.201, 4.4.0-231.265~14.04.1, 4.4.0-1111.117, 4.4.0.231.201, 4.4.0.1111.108.
How do I fix this vulnerability?
To fix this vulnerability, update your Linux kernel to version 4.4.0.231.237, 4.4.0.1147.151, 4.4.0-1112.122, 4.4.0-231.265, 4.4.0-1147.162, 4.4.0-231.265~14.04.1, 4.4.0.231.201, 4.4.0-231.265~14.04.1, 4.4.0-1111.117, 4.4.0.231.201, or 4.4.0.1111.108 depending on the affected version.