CVE-2022-0847 - Linux Kernel Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Project:Linux
Product:Kernel
Date Added:2022-04-25Due Date:2022-05-16
Vulnerability Name
Linux Kernel Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Description
Linux kernel contains an improper initialization vulnerability where an unprivileged local user could escalate their privileges on the system. This vulnerability has the moniker of "Dirty Pipe."
Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?
Unknown
Action
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Additional Notes
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2022-0847
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