CVE-2022-22942
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 2.58%
Last modified
CVE-2022-22942 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The vmwgfx driver contains a local privilege escalation vulnerability that allows unprivileged users to gain access to files opened by other processes on the system through a dangling 'file' pointer.. EPSS estimates a 2.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The vmwgfx driver contains a local privilege escalation vulnerability that allows unprivileged users to gain access to files opened by other processes on the system through a dangling 'file' pointer.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Photon Os | 3.0 |
| Vmware | Photon Os | 4.0 |
References
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/01/27/4Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2022/01/27/4Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-22942?
The vmwgfx driver contains a local privilege escalation vulnerability that allows unprivileged users to gain access to files opened by other processes on the system through a dangling 'file' pointer.
How severe is CVE-2022-22942?
CVE-2022-22942 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-22942?
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.
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