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CVE-2022-3977

HIGH · CVSS 7.8 EPSS 0.25%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS (historical backfill) · Published 2023-01-12 · Last synced 2026-08-04

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CVE
CVE-2022-3977
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7.8
EPSS
0.25%
Linux

Original NVD Description

A use-after-free flaw was found in the Linux kernel MCTP (Management Component Transport Protocol) functionality. This issue occurs when a user simultaneously calls DROPTAG ioctl and socket close happens, which could allow a local user to crash the system or potentially escalate their privileges on the system.