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CVE-2022-3977
HIGH · CVSS 7.8
EPSS exploitation probability: 0%
Published 2023-01-12T19:15:24.327 · Last modified 2026-06-17T05:00:41.777

Summary

A use-after-free flaw was found in the Linux kernel MCTP (Management Component Transport Protocol) functionality. This issue occurs when a user simultaneously calls DROPTAG ioctl and socket close happens, which could allow a local user to crash the system or potentially escalate their privileges on the system.

Affected products

linux — linux_kernel

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