CVE-2022-48742 | Linux Kernel up to 5.16.5 rtnetlink __rtnl_newlink use after free (Nessus ID 209785)
A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 5.16.5. It has been classified as critical. This affects the function __rtnl_newlink of the component rtnetlink. The manipulation leads to use after free.
This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2022-48742. The attack needs to be done within the local network. There is no exploit available.
It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.