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CVE-2022-0995

Linux Kernel Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability

Linux KernelOperating systems
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CVSS
7.8High
ExploitationExploited in the wildAdded to KEV 26 Aug 2026CISA KEV
Exploit odds (EPSS)8.86%Chance of exploitation activity in the next 30 days, higher than 95% of CVEs. Scored 23 Oct 2026FIRST EPSS
Fixed inNone listedNo source names a fixed version. Check the vendor advisory below
Federal deadline29 Aug 2026Remediation due date for US federal agenciesCISA KEV
CISA required actionApply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines. CISA KEV
Patching is not enoughCISA requires federal agencies to look for signs of compromise on affected systems, not only patch (forensic triage under BOD 26-04). Treat exposed systems as possibly compromised. CISA guidance

What fixes it

No source in this snapshot names a fixed version. The vendor advisories under References are the place to check.

Timeline

  1. 14 Mar 2022Exploit code publicMetasploit
  2. 25 Mar 2022, 18:03 UTCPublishedCVE List
  3. 26 Aug 2026Added to CISA KEVCISA KEV

Public exploit code and templates 1

  • Exploit moduleWatch Queue Out of Bounds Write 14 Mar 2022Metasploit

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Description

Linux Kernel contains an out-of-bounds memory write vulnerability which could allow a local user to gain privileged access or cause a denial of service on the system.

Text from CVE List

Affected versions 1

  • kernelaffected: kernel 5.17 rc8CVE List

References 5