CVE-2022-48840 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.30/5.16.16 iavf_remove initialization (80974bb73027/4477b9a4193b/b04683ff8f08)

CVE-2022-48840 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.30/5.16.16 iavf_remove initialization (80974bb73027/4477b9a4193b/b04683ff8f08)

A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in Linux Kernel up to 5.15.30/5.16.16. Affected is the function iavf_remove. The manipulation leads to improper initialization. This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2022-48840. The attack can only be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.