CVE-2022-38998
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.42%
Last modified
CVE-2022-38998 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The HISP module has a vulnerability of not verifying the data transferred in the kernel space.Successful exploitation of this vulnerability will cause out-of-bounds read, which affects data confidentiality.. EPSS estimates a 0.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The HISP module has a vulnerability of not verifying the data transferred in the kernel space.Successful exploitation of this vulnerability will cause out-of-bounds read, which affects data confidentiality.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Huawei | Emui | 12.0.0 |
| Huawei | Harmonyos | 2.0 |
References
- https://consumer.huawei.com/en/support/bulletin/2022/10/Vendor Advisory
- https://consumer.huawei.com/en/support/bulletin/2022/10/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-38998?
The HISP module has a vulnerability of not verifying the data transferred in the kernel space.Successful exploitation of this vulnerability will cause out-of-bounds read, which affects data confidentiality.
How severe is CVE-2022-38998?
CVE-2022-38998 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-38998?
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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