CVE-2022-3977

HIGH

Linux Kernel 5.18-5.19.16 - Use-After-Free in MCTP DROPTAG ioctl

Title source: llm
STIX 2.1

Description

A use-after-free flaw was found in the Linux kernel MCTP (Management Component Transport Protocol) functionality. This issue occurs when a user simultaneously calls DROPTAG ioctl and socket close happens, which could allow a local user to crash the system or potentially escalate their privileges on the system.

Scores

CVSS v3 7.8
EPSS 0.0025
EPSS Percentile 16.2%
Attack Vector LOCAL
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

CISA SSVC

Vulnrichment
Exploitation none
Automatable no
Technical Impact total

Details

CWE
CWE-416
Status published
Products (1)
linux/linux_kernel 5.18 - 5.19.16
Published Jan 12, 2023
Tracked Since Feb 18, 2026