GSD-2022-1003692 rtl818x: Prevent using not initialized queues

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An uninitialized queue usage in the rtl818x driver can cause a kernel crash, leading to denial of service for local or adjacent attackers.

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-2022-1003692?

GSD-2022-1003692 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

rtl818x: Prevent using not initialized queues

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 v5.4.198 by commit b8ce58ab80faaea015c206382041ff3bcf5495ff. For more details please see the references link.

Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1003692?

1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.

PackageAffectedFixed in
Kernel LinuxAll versionsNone

How do I fix GSD-2022-1003692?

No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1003692 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is GSD-2022-1003692 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1003692 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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