CVE-2022-50235
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.17%
Last modified
CVE-2022-50235 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: NFSD: Protect against send buffer overflow in NFSv2 READDIR Restore the previous limit on the @count argument to prevent a buffer overflow attack.. EPSS estimates a 0.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: NFSD: Protect against send buffer overflow in NFSv2 READDIR Restore the previous limit on the @count argument to prevent a buffer overflow attack.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 5.15.12, < 5.15.75 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 5.16.1, < 5.19.17 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 6.0, < 6.0.3 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 5.16 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-50235?
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
NFSD: Protect against send buffer overflow in NFSv2 READDIR
Restore the previous limit on the @count argument to prevent a
buffer overflow attack.
How severe is CVE-2022-50235?
CVE-2022-50235 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-50235?
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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