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CVE-2022-50883: bpf: Prevent decl_tag from being referenced in func_proto arg

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: bpf: Prevent decl_tag from being referenced in func_proto arg Syzkaller managed to hit another decl_tag issue: btf_func_proto_check kernel/bpf/btf.c:4506 [inline] btf_check_all_types kernel/bpf/btf.c:4734 [inline] btf_parse_type_sec+0x1175/0x1980 kernel/bpf/btf.c:4763 btf_parse kernel/bpf/btf.c:5042 [inline] btf_new_fd+0x65a/0xb00 kernel/bpf/btf.c:6709 bpf_btf_load+0x6f/0x90 kernel/bpf/syscall.c:4342 __sys_bpf+0x50a/0x6c0 kernel/bpf/syscall.c:5034 __do_sys_bpf kernel/bpf/syscall.c:5093 [inline] __se_sys_bpf kernel/bpf/syscall.c:5091 [inline] __x64_sys_bpf+0x7c/0x90 kernel/bpf/syscall.c:5091 do_syscall_64+0x54/0x70 arch/x86/entry/common.c:48 This seems similar to commit ea68376c8bed ("bpf: prevent decl_tag from being referenced in func_proto") but for the argument.

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Security readout for executives and security teams

Plain-English summary

CVE-2022-50883 is a Linux kernel BPF/BTF validation flaw. Public sources show a kernel fix preventing an invalid declaration tag reference in function prototype arguments. The available record does not state business impact, CVSS severity, or active exploitation. Treat this as a kernel maintenance exposure requiring version review rather than an emergency without further vendor input.

Executive priority

Set priority to assess and patch through normal kernel update processes. Escalate if a critical asset runs an affected kernel and cannot be updated, or if vendor advisories later assign high severity or report exploitation.

Technical view

The issue is in Linux kernel BPF BTF parsing. Syzkaller reached btf_func_proto_check through bpf_btf_load via the bpf syscall. The fix prevents decl_tag from being referenced in a func_proto argument, similar to an earlier function prototype decl_tag fix. Affected versions listed include Linux 5.16, 6.0.16, 6.1.2, and 6.2.

Likely exposure

Exposure is likely limited to Linux systems running affected kernel versions where BPF/BTF loading is available. Container hosts, developer systems, and servers using eBPF observability or security tooling should be prioritized for inventory. Distribution backport status is not provided in the source bundle.

Exploitation context

The CVE record does not show CISA KEV listing or any cited active exploitation. The discovery context is Syzkaller fuzzing, and the source bundle provides crash-path details but no public exploitation claim or impact statement.

Researcher notes

Evidence is incomplete: no CVSS, CWE, explicit impact, or exploit status is included. The trace indicates a BTF parser validation bug reachable through bpf_btf_load. Analysis should focus on kernel version lineage, stable commit inclusion, and distribution backports rather than assumptions about exploitability.

Mitigation direction

  • Identify Linux systems running affected or nearby kernel versions.
  • Apply vendor kernel updates that include the referenced stable fixes.
  • If using distribution kernels, check distributor advisories for backported fixes.
  • If patching is delayed, follow vendor guidance for any supported BPF hardening.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory kernel versions across servers, containers hosts, and appliances.
  • Confirm whether installed kernels include the referenced stable commits.
  • Check distribution changelogs for CVE-2022-50883 or equivalent BPF/BTF fixes.
  • Prioritize systems using eBPF tooling or allowing BPF operations.
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Confidence
medium
Sources
5

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CVSS
Not scored
Known Exploited
No
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Affected products

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VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
LinuxLinuxb5ea834dde6b6e7f75e51d5f66dac8cd7c97b5ef, b5ea834dde6b6e7f75e51d5f66dac8cd7c97b5ef, b5ea834dde6b6e7f75e51d5f66dac8cd7c97b5efunaffected
LinuxLinux5.16, 0, 6.0.16, 6.1.2, 6.2affected
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