Vulnerability in Linux Linux_kernel

CVE-2022-4662

A flaw incorrect access control in the Linux kernel USB core subsystem was found in the way user attaches usb device. A local user could use this flaw to crash the system.

EPSS: 0.003 (23.9th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 5.5 (Medium). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-4662?
CVE-2022-4662 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux_kernel, classified under Non-exit on Failed Initialization. CVSS score: 5.5/10. Published 2022-12-22.
How severe is CVE-2022-4662?
Medium severity. CVSS v3 base score is 5.5 out of 10.