CVE-2022-42432

MEDIUM

Linux Kernel 6.0-rc2 - Info Disclosure

Title source: llm
STIX 2.1

Description

This vulnerability allows local attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of the Linux Kernel 6.0-rc2. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute high-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the nft_osf_eval function. The issue results from the lack of proper initialization of memory prior to accessing it. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the kernel. Was ZDI-CAN-18540.

Scores

CVSS v3 4.4
EPSS 0.0009
EPSS Percentile 26.1%
Attack Vector LOCAL
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

CISA SSVC

Vulnrichment
Exploitation none
Automatable no
Technical Impact partial

Details

CWE
CWE-457
Status published
Products (1)
linux/linux_kernel 6.0 rc2
Published Mar 29, 2023
Tracked Since Feb 18, 2026