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CVE-2022-42719

kernel: A use-after-free problem observed in multi-BSSID element when parsing

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Severity

Moderate

Red Hat Product Security

7.3

CVSS 3.1

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Published · October 13, 2022

Updated · November 21, 2025

Description

A use-after-free flaw was found in ieee802_11_parse_elems_full in the net/mac80211/util.c function in the multi-BSSID element. This issue occurs while parsing in the Linux kernel.

Statement

There was no shipped kernel version that was seen affected by this problem.

CVSS score applicability

The CVSS score(s) listed for this vulnerability do not reflect the associated product's status, and are included for informational purposes to better understand the severity of this vulnerability.

Mitigation

Mitigation for this issue is either not available or the currently available options don't meet the Red Hat Product Security criteria comprising ease of use and deployment, applicability to widespread installation base, or stability.

CVSS / CWE

CVSS 3.1 · 7.3
CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H

CWE-416 · Use After Free