CVE-2022-50782 | Linux Kernel up to 6.1.3 ext4 fs/ext4/extents_status.c vfs_setup_quota_inode privilege escalation (Nessus ID 279859)
A vulnerability identified as critical has been detected in Linux Kernel up to 6.1.3. This affects the function vfs_setup_quota_inode of the file fs/ext4/extents_status.c of the component ext4. Performing manipulation results in privilege escalation.
This vulnerability is cataloged as CVE-2022-50782. The attack must originate from the local network. There is no exploit available.
You should upgrade the affected component.