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CVE-2022-1516

MEDIUM · CVSS 5.5 EPSS 0.33%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS (historical backfill) · Published 2022-05-05 · Last synced 2026-08-04

CyberRota Analysis

This is a medium severity vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5. It affects Linux.

CVE
CVE-2022-1516
Severity
MEDIUM
CVSS
5.5
EPSS
0.33%
Linux

Original NVD Description

A NULL pointer dereference flaw was found in the Linux kernel’s X.25 set of standardized network protocols functionality in the way a user terminates their session using a simulated Ethernet card and continued usage of this connection. This flaw allows a local user to crash the system.

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