CVE-2022-1729 Detail
This vulnerability is currently awaiting analysis.
Description
A race condition was found the Linux kernel in perf_event_open() which can be exploited by an unprivileged user to gain root privileges. The bug allows to build several exploit primitives such as kernel address information leak, arbitrary execution, etc.
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-366 | Race Condition within a Thread | Red Hat, Inc. |
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Quick Info
CVE Dictionary Entry:
CVE-2022-1729
NVD Published Date:
09/01/2022
NVD Last Modified:
09/02/2022
Source:
Red Hat, Inc.