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CVE-2022-50748

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ipc: mqueue: fix possible memory leak in init_mqueue_fs() commit db7cfc380900 ("ipc: Free mq_sysctls if ipc namespace creation…

Published Dec 24, 2025EPSS 0.24%

Overview

CVE-2022-50748 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 24, 2025.

Technical description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:

ipc: mqueue: fix possible memory leak in init_mqueue_fs()

commit db7cfc380900 ("ipc: Free mq_sysctls if ipc namespace creation

failed")

Here's a similar memory leak to the one fixed by the patch above.

retire_mq_sysctls need to be called when init_mqueue_fs fails after

setup_mq_sysctls.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-50748?

CVE-2022-50748 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 24, 2025.

How severe is CVE-2022-50748?

CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2022-50748?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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