CVE-2022-49297 | Linux Kernel up to 5.18.3 hung_task_timeout_secs nbd_xmit_timeout denial of service

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 5.18.3. It has been rated as critical. Affected by this issue is the function nbd_xmit_timeout of the file /proc/sys/kernel/hung_task_timeout_secs. The manipulation leads to denial of service.

This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2022-49297. The attack needs to be done within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.