cvedb.io
CVE-2022-1976
HIGH · CVSS 7.8
EPSS exploitation probability: 0%
Published 2022-08-31T16:15:10.117 · Last modified 2026-06-17T04:23:27.290

Summary

A flaw was found in the Linux kernel’s implementation of IO-URING. This flaw allows an attacker with local executable permission to create a string of requests that can cause a use-after-free flaw within the kernel. This issue leads to memory corruption and possible privilege escalation.

Affected products

linux — linux_kernel

Does this affect you?

Add your gear to cvedb and we'll alert you only when linux ships something exploited.

Check my exposure →

References

This product uses data from the NVD API but is not endorsed or certified by the NVD. Informational only; not professional security advice.