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CVE-2022-1048

7.0 · HIGH
Published Apr 29, 2022 linux CWE-416 EPSS 0.24% (15th pctl)

Overview

CVE-2022-1048 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting linux linux_kernel. It was published on April 29, 2022 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.0 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.0, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical Description

A use-after-free flaw was found in the Linux kernel’s sound subsystem in the way a user triggers concurrent calls of PCM hw_params. The hw_free ioctls or similar race condition happens inside ALSA PCM for other ioctls. This flaw allows a local user to crash or potentially escalate their privileges on the system.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from linux. Update linux_kernel to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected Products

Vendor Product Versions Status
linux linux_kernel >= 2.6.12, < 4.14.279 Affected

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-1048?

CVE-2022-1048 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting linux linux_kernel. It was published on April 29, 2022 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.0 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2022-1048?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.0, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2022-1048?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from linux. Update linux_kernel to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2022-1048?

CyberStrike's AI-powered security agents can automatically detect CVE-2022-1048 across your infrastructure using autonomous pentesting, DAST scanning, and HackBrowser. The platform continuously monitors for known vulnerabilities and provides actionable remediation guidance prioritized by real-world exploitability.