CVE-2022-40133
MediumA use-after-free(UAF) vulnerability was found in function 'vmw_execbuf_tie_context' in drivers/gpu/vmxgfx/vmxgfx_execbuf.c in Linux kernel's vmwgfx driver with device file '/dev/dri/renderD128 (or Dxxx)'. This flaw allows a local attacker with a user account on the system to gain privilege, causing a denial of service(DoS).
CVSS 3.1 score
5.5
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness type
CWE-416CVE-2022-40133 is a Use After Free vulnerability
What is Use After Free?
The product references memory after it has been freed, which may cause it to crash, use unexpected values, or execute code. Learn more on MITRE CWE
Affected versions
Linux kernel versions
v4.20-rc1
and later are affected. Fixed in
5.13.0-52*
and their respective stable series.
References
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Frequently asked questions
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What is CVE-2022-40133?
CVE-2022-40133 is a Medium severity Linux kernel vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 out of 10 , classified as an Use After Free flaw (CWE-416) . It affects Linux kernel versions from v4.20-rc1 onward and has been patched in 5.13.0-52*. CVE-2022-40133 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-2022-40133?
CVE-2022-40133 has a CVSS score of 5.5 out of 10, rated Medium severity (CVSS 3.1). The vector string is
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H. -
Is there a patch available for CVE-2022-40133?
Yes. CVE-2022-40133 has been patched. Fixed versions include 5.13.0-52*. If you are running Linux kernel v4.20-rc1 or later up to the fix versions, apply the relevant patch for your kernel branch.
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Is CVE-2022-40133 actively exploited?
No. CVE-2022-40133 has not been confirmed as actively exploited. It is not listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog.