CVE-2022-48970 | Linux Kernel up to 5.4.226/5.10.158/5.15.82/6.0.12 unix_diag_get_exact null pointer dereference

CVE-2022-48970 | Linux Kernel up to 5.4.226/5.10.158/5.15.82/6.0.12 unix_diag_get_exact null pointer dereference

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in Linux Kernel up to 5.4.226/5.10.158/5.15.82/6.0.12. Affected by this vulnerability is the function unix_diag_get_exact. The manipulation leads to null pointer dereference. This vulnerability is known as CVE-2022-48970. The attack needs to be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.