CVE-2022-49127
Description
A vulnerability was found in the Linux kernel's ref_tracker subsystem, which can lead to a use-after-free condition due to improper handling of reference tracking during network device teardown. Specifically, when ref_tracker_dir_init() is invoked, it marks the associated ref_tracker_dir structure as dead. However, if functions such as dev_put() or dev_hold() are called after this point, particularly during the dismantling of network devices, they may operate on already freed memory, which can lead to memory corruption and system instability.
Statement
While the NVD has assigned this vulnerability a High severity rating with a CVSS score of 7.8, this assessment represents a theoretical worst-case scenario. It presumes potential chaining of exploitation that could impact confidentiality or integrity. However, in the absence of a confirmed proof-of-concept, evidence of attacker control, or any demonstrated real-world exploitation, this rating likely overstates the immediate and practical risk to our environment.
Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) Score Details
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CVSS scores for open source components depend on vendor-specific factors (e.g. version or build chain). Therefore, Red Hat's score and impact rating can be different from NVD and other vendors. Red Hat remains the authoritative CVE Naming Authority (CNA) source for its products and services (see Red Hat classifications).
The following CVSS metrics and score provided are preliminary and subject to review.
CVSS v3 Score Breakdown
| Red Hat | NVD | cve.org | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Score | 5.5 | N/A | 7 |
| Attack Vector | Local | N/A | Local |
| Attack Complexity | Low | N/A | High |
| Privileges Required | Low | N/A | Low |
| User Interaction | None | N/A | None |
| Scope | Unchanged | N/A | Unchanged |
| Confidentiality | None | N/A | High |
| Integrity Impact | None | N/A | High |
| Availability Impact | High | N/A | High |
Vector
Red Hat: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
cve.org: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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