HIGH

CVE-2022-1043

CVSS v3

8.8

HIGH

EPSS Score

22.8%

exploit probability

CISA KEV

No

known exploited

Exploitation

SSVC status

Description

A flaw was found in the Linux kernel’s io_uring implementation. This flaw allows an attacker with a local account to corrupt system memory, crash the system or escalate privileges.

Technical details

Published
8/29/2022

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-1043?

A flaw was found in the Linux kernel’s io_uring implementation. This flaw allows an attacker with a local account to corrupt system memory, crash the system or escalate privileges.

Is CVE-2022-1043 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2022-1043 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 22.8%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2022-1043?

CVE-2022-1043 has a CVSS v3 base score of 8.8 (HIGH severity).

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