CVE-2022-0995

HighCVSS 7.8/10Known exploited (CISA KEV)Last modified Aug 27, 2026

Description

An out-of-bounds (OOB) memory write flaw was found in the Linux kernel’s watch_queue event notification subsystem. This flaw can overwrite parts of the kernel state, potentially allowing a local user to gain privileged access or cause a denial of service on the system.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1 7.8/10CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness enumeration

Affected software

No affected versions have been published.

Timeline

Published
Mar 25, 2022
Last modified
Aug 27, 2026
Added to CISA KEV
Aug 26, 2026
NVD status
Analyzed

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CVE-2022-0995: High severity, CVSS 7.8 | Vulnix