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CVE-2022-48939: bpf: Add schedule points in batch ops

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: bpf: Add schedule points in batch ops syzbot reported various soft lockups caused by bpf batch operations. INFO: task kworker/1:1:27 blocked for more than 140 seconds. INFO: task hung in rcu_barrier Nothing prevents batch ops to process huge amount of data, we need to add schedule points in them. Note that maybe_wait_bpf_programs(map) calls from generic_map_delete_batch() can be factorized by moving the call after the loop. This will be done later in -next tree once we get this fix merged, unless there is strong opinion doing this optimization sooner.

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Plain-English summary

This Linux kernel issue can let BPF batch operations monopolize CPU long enough to trigger soft lockups or hung tasks. The practical business risk is service instability or denial of service on affected Linux systems. The sources do not provide CVSS, confirmed exploitation, or a broader impact claim.

Executive priority

Treat this as a reliability and availability patch, not an emergency internet-facing compromise based on current evidence. Schedule remediation through normal kernel maintenance, with higher urgency for shared or multi-tenant Linux infrastructure.

Technical view

The resolved kernel change adds scheduler yield points inside BPF map batch operations because nothing limited processing of very large batches. syzbot reported soft lockups and tasks blocked in rcu_barrier. The fix is represented by Linux stable commits referenced for affected kernel lines.

Likely exposure

Exposure is most likely on Linux hosts running affected kernel versions or unfixed downstream builds where BPF batch operations are available. The source bundle does not establish remote exposure or affected distributions.

Exploitation context

No active exploitation is supported by the provided sources. KEV is false, and the evidence describes syzbot-discovered soft lockups rather than public exploitation or weaponized use.

Researcher notes

The source bundle lacks CVSS, CWE, exploit prerequisites, and distribution-specific fixed package data. Analysis should stay tied to the Linux stable commits and syzbot soft-lockup behavior until vendor advisories add more detail.

Mitigation direction

  • Upgrade to a Linux kernel containing the referenced stable fixes.
  • Use distribution vendor packages when available for your kernel line.
  • If patching is delayed, review vendor guidance for limiting BPF availability.
  • Prioritize systems where workload isolation depends on kernel availability.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory Linux kernel versions across servers and container hosts.
  • Map running kernels against vendor advisories and referenced stable commits.
  • Check whether BPF functionality is available on exposed multi-tenant systems.
  • Review kernel logs for soft lockups, hung tasks, or rcu_barrier stalls.
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Confidence
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Sources
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Exploitation: noneAutomatable: noTechnical Impact: partial

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Products and packages named in the record

VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
LinuxLinuxcb4d03ab499d4c040f4ab6fd4389d2b49f42b5a5, cb4d03ab499d4c040f4ab6fd4389d2b49f42b5a5, cb4d03ab499d4c040f4ab6fd4389d2b49f42b5a5, cb4d03ab499d4c040f4ab6fd4389d2b49f42b5a5unaffected
LinuxLinux5.6, 0, 5.10.103, 5.15.26, 5.16.12, 5.17affected
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