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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2022-20546
CVE-2022-20546:
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
In getCurrentConfigImpl of Effect.cpp, there is a possible out of bounds write due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local escalation of privilege with no additional execution privileges needed (Android Security Bulletin).
Technical details
The vulnerability (CVE-2022-20546) is related to a bounds checking issue in the Effect.cpp file, specifically in the getCurrentConfigImpl function. The flaw allows for an out of bounds write operation due to insufficient bounds validation.
Impact
This vulnerability could potentially enable local attackers to achieve privilege escalation on affected systems. The severity of this issue is heightened by the fact that no additional execution privileges are required to exploit the vulnerability.
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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