CVE-2022-46320
CWE-125Published: December 20, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
The kernel module has an out-of-bounds read vulnerability. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may cause memory overwriting.
Risk Analysis
A kernel module in Huawei devices contains an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that can lead to memory overwriting. This critical flaw is remotely exploitable and holds a 9.8 CVSS score.
No public exploit is known, and the vulnerability is not in the KEV catalog.
Update to the latest security patches for HarmonyOS and EMUI as provided by Huawei.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-46320 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-46320 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts