CVE-2022-50302 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.85/6.0.15/6.1.1 vfs_lock_file privilege escalation

A vulnerability identified as critical has been detected in Linux Kernel up to 5.15.85/6.0.15/6.1.1. This issue affects the function vfs_lock_file. The manipulation leads to privilege escalation.

This vulnerability is listed as CVE-2022-50302. The attack must be carried out from within the local network. There is no available exploit.

You should upgrade the affected component.