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CVE-2022-42720

kernel: use-after-free in bss_ref_get in net/wireless/scan.c

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Severity

Moderate

Red Hat Product Security

7.3

CVSS 3.1

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Published · October 13, 2022

Updated · June 28, 2026

Description

A use-after-free flaw was found in bss_ref_get in the net/wireless/scan.c in the Linux kernel. This issue can lead to a denial of service or arbitrary code execution.

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, comprised of ease of use and deployment, applicability to widespread installation base, and 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