CVE-2022-2964
HighA flaw was found in the Linux kernel’s driver for the ASIX AX88179_178A-based USB 2.0/3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Devices. The vulnerability contains multiple out-of-bounds reads and possible out-of-bounds writes.
CVSS 3.1 score
7.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness type
CWE-119CVE-2022-2964 is a Buffer Overflow vulnerability
What is Buffer Overflow?
The product performs operations on a memory buffer but reads or writes outside its intended boundaries. Learn more on MITRE CWE
References
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Issue Tracking Patch Third Party Advisory
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Third Party Advisory
Frequently asked questions
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What is CVE-2022-2964?
CVE-2022-2964 is a High severity Linux kernel vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 out of 10 , classified as a Buffer Overflow flaw (CWE-119) . CVE-2022-2964 has not been confirmed as actively exploited and is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog.
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What is the CVSS score for CVE-2022-2964?
CVE-2022-2964 has a CVSS score of 7.8 out of 10, rated High severity (CVSS 3.1). The vector string is
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H. -
Is there a patch available for CVE-2022-2964?
Monitor the NIST NVD and your Linux distribution's security advisories for CVE-2022-2964 patch availability.
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Is CVE-2022-2964 actively exploited?
No. CVE-2022-2964 has not been confirmed as actively exploited. It is not listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog.