CVE-2022-50139 | Linux Kernel up to 5.10.136/5.15.60/5.18.17/5.19.1 usb ast_vhub_init_desc reference count (Nessus ID 250257)
A vulnerability identified as critical has been detected in Linux Kernel up to 5.10.136/5.15.60/5.18.17/5.19.1. Affected is the function ast_vhub_init_desc of the component usb. The manipulation leads to improper update of reference count.
This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2022-50139. The attack needs to be done within the local network. There is no exploit available.
It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.