CVE-2022-2211
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.77%
Last modified
CVE-2022-2211 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability was found in libguestfs. This issue occurs while calculating the greatest possible number of matching keys in the get_keys() function. EPSS estimates a 0.77% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A vulnerability was found in libguestfs. This issue occurs while calculating the greatest possible number of matching keys in the get_keys() function. This flaw leads to a denial of service, either by mistake or malicious actor.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libguestfs | Libguestfs | All versions |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 8.0 |
| Redhat | Enterprise Linux | 9.0 |
References
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2022-2211Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2022-2211Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-2211?
A vulnerability was found in libguestfs. This issue occurs while calculating the greatest possible number of matching keys in the get_keys() function. This flaw leads to a denial of service, either by mistake or malicious actor.
How severe is CVE-2022-2211?
CVE-2022-2211 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.77% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-2211?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2022-2211?
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