CVE-2022-49147 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.32/5.16.18/5.17.1 blk_alloc_ext_minor privilege escalation
A vulnerability labeled as problematic has been found in Linux Kernel up to 5.15.32/5.16.18/5.17.1. The affected element is the function blk_alloc_ext_minor. The manipulation results in privilege escalation.
This vulnerability was named CVE-2022-49147. The attack needs to be approached within the local network. There is no available exploit.
The affected component should be upgraded.