CVE-2022-0185
CISA KEVPublished August 21, 2024 · Updated April 3, 2026
high
Official Description+
Linux kernel contains a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the legacy_parse_param function in the Filesystem Context functionality. This allows an attacker to open a filesystem that does not support the Filesystem Context API and ultimately escalate privileges.
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product |
|---|---|
| Linux | Kernel |
Patch Status
Patch by 2024-09-11
Recommended Actions
- Check if your systems use any of the affected products listed above.
- Apply vendor patches immediately if available.
- This vulnerability is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog — prioritize remediation.
- Monitor vendor advisories for updates and additional mitigations.
- Review logs for indicators of compromise related to CVE-2022-0185.