CVE-2022-0185

Linux kernel heap-based buffer overflow in legacy_parse_param allows privilege escalation via unsupported filesystems.

This unpatched kernel vulnerability enables privilege escalation when an attacker accesses unsupported filesystems, posing a critical risk to DIB systems relying on Linux infrastructure. The CVE is actively exploited in the wild and linked to ransomware campaigns, making it a high-priority remediation for compliance and operational security.

Shame score — Active exploitation in the wild with ransomware linkage and privilege escalation potential creates significant reputational and compliance risk for vendors shipping unpatched Linux kernels.