GSD-2022-1003633 ipw2x00: Fix potential NULL dereference in libipw_xmit()
A potential NULL dereference in the libipw_xmit function of the ipw2x00 driver could lead to a denial of service.
- 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-2022-1003633?
GSD-2022-1003633 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 28 Jun 2022. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
ipw2x00: Fix potential NULL dereference in libipw_xmit()
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 v5.10.121 by commit 98d1dc32f890642476dbb78ed3437a456bf421b0. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1003633?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1003633?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1003633 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1003633 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1003633 in the wild and no public exploit code.