Severity
High
Analysis Summary
CVE-2022-2586 CVSS:7.8
Linux Kernel could allow a local authenticated attacker to gain elevated privileges on the system, caused by a use-after-free flaw in the nf_tables cross-table reference. By executing a specially-crafted program, an authenticated attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain elevated privileges.
CVE-2022-2585 CVSS:7.8
Linux Kernel could allow a local authenticated attacker to gain elevated privileges on the system, caused by a use-after-free flaw in the POSIX CPU timer. By executing a specially-crafted program, an authenticated attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain elevated privileges.
Impact
- Privilege Escalation
Indicators Of Compromise
CVE
- CVE-2022-2586
- CVE-2022-2585
Affected Vendors
Linux
Affected Products
- Linux Kernel
Remediation
Refer to Linux Kernel Website for patch, upgrade or suggested workaround information.