# CVE-2022-1651: linux: A memory leak flaw was found in the Linux kernel in acrn_dev_ioctl in the drivers/virt/acrn/hsm.c function in how the...

CVE-2022-1651 is fixed in linux on 1 platform, first by DEBIAN-CVE-2022-1651, released July 26, 2022. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: High.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2022-1651
- Priority: High
- CVSS: 7.1 (high)
- EPSS: 0.0026
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: Jul 26, 2022

## Description

A memory leak flaw was found in the Linux kernel in acrn_dev_ioctl in the drivers/virt/acrn/hsm.c function in how the ACRN Device Model emulates virtual NICs in VM. This flaw allows a local privileged attacker to leak unauthorized kernel information, causing a denial of service.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | linux Debian 12.15 (bookworm) | 5.17.3-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2022-1651](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2022-1651.md) | Jul 26, 2022 |
| Linux | linux Debian 13.5 (trixie) | 5.17.3-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2022-1651](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2022-1651.md) | Jul 26, 2022 |
| Linux | linux Debian 14 | 5.17.3-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2022-1651](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2022-1651.md) | Jul 26, 2022 |

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