CVE-2022-49262 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.32/5.16.18/5.17.1 octeontx2 CONFIG_DM_CRYPT null pointer dereference

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, has been found in Linux Kernel up to 5.15.32/5.16.18/5.17.1. This issue affects the function CONFIG_DM_CRYPT of the component octeontx2. The manipulation leads to null pointer dereference.

The identification of this vulnerability is CVE-2022-49262. The attack needs to be done within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.