GSD-2022-1002893 extcon: Fix extcon_get_extcon_dev() error handling
An error handling flaw in the Linux kernel extcon subsystem was fixed, with potential but unproven security implications.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not stated
- Attackable
- Not stated
- Victim action needed
- Not stated
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2022-1002893?
GSD-2022-1002893 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 28 Jun 2022.
Official description
extcon: Fix extcon_get_extcon_dev() error handling
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 v5.17.15 by commit c33ca06578c147b63adaa1934cc8efedb9553a8e. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1002893?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1002893?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1002893 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1002893 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1002893 in the wild and no public exploit code.