CVE-2022-48646
MEDIUMCVSS 6.2/10EPSS 0.20%
Last modified
CVE-2022-48646 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.2/10 on the CVSS scale. In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: sfc/siena: fix null pointer dereference in efx_hard_start_xmit Like in previous patch for sfc, prevent potential (but unlikely) NULL pointer dereference.. EPSS estimates a 0.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: sfc/siena: fix null pointer dereference in efx_hard_start_xmit Like in previous patch for sfc, prevent potential (but unlikely) NULL pointer dereference.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 5.10, < 5.19.12 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 6.0 | Rc1 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-48646?
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
sfc/siena: fix null pointer dereference in efx_hard_start_xmit
Like in previous patch for sfc, prevent potential (but unlikely) NULL
pointer dereference.
How severe is CVE-2022-48646?
CVE-2022-48646 has a CVSS score of 6.2/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-48646?
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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