GSD-2022-1001087 ath5k: fix OOB in ath5k_eeprom_read_pcal_info_5111
An out-of-bounds read in the ath5k wireless driver can lead to memory corruption, potentially causing a system crash or allowing code execution.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2022-1001087?
GSD-2022-1001087 is a memory corruption vulnerability in Kernel, published on 24 Apr 2022. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
ath5k: fix OOB in ath5k_eeprom_read_pcal_info_5111
This is an automated ID intended to aid in discovery of potential security vulnerabilities. The actual impact and attack plausibility have not yet been proven. This ID is fixed in Linux Kernel version v5.17.3 by commit cbd96d6cad6625feba9c8d101ed4977d53e82f8e. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1001087?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1001087?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1001087 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is GSD-2022-1001087 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1001087 in the wild and no public exploit code.