CVE-2022-0847: Linux Kernel Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

CVE ID

CVE-2022-0847

Vulnerability Name

Linux Kernel Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

• Project: Linux
• Product: Kernel

Date

• Date Added: 2022-04-25
• Due Date: 2022-05-16

Description

Linux kernel contains an improper initialization vulnerability where an unprivileged local user could escalate their privileges on the system. This vulnerability has the moniker of "Dirty Pipe."

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Unknown

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2022-0847

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