CVE-2022-49544
CVSS 3.1 Score 5.5 of 10 (medium)
Details
Published Feb 26, 2025
Updated: Mar 10, 2025
CWE ID 476
Summary
CVE-2022-49544 is a vulnerability affecting the Linux kernel. This issue involved a potential NULL dereference in the libipw_xmit() function. The problem arose because crypt and crypt->ops could be null, leading to the dereference of a null pointer if not properly checked beforehand. This flaw could result in a kernel crash or even allow an attacker to gain unauthorized access, making it important for affected systems to be promptly patched.
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