CVE-2022-42270
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CVE-2022-42270 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. NVIDIA distributions of Linux contain a vulnerability in nvdla_emu_task_submit, where unvalidated input may allow a local attacker to cause stack-based buffer overflow in kernel code, which may lead to escalation of privileges, compromised integrity and confidentiality, and denial of service. . EPSS estimates a 0.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
NVIDIA distributions of Linux contain a vulnerability in nvdla_emu_task_submit, where unvalidated input may allow a local attacker to cause stack-based buffer overflow in kernel code, which may lead to escalation of privileges, compromised integrity and confidentiality, and denial of service.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nvidia | Jetson Linux | < 32.7.2 |
References
- https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5417Vendor Advisory
- https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5417Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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