GSD-2022-1004040 rtl818x: Prevent using not initialized queues
A null pointer dereference in the rtl818x wireless driver can cause a system crash, requiring a kernel patch to prevent 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-2022-1004040?
GSD-2022-1004040 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 v4.9.318 by commit b5dca2cd3f0239512da808598b4e70557eb4c2a1. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1004040?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1004040?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1004040 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1004040 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1004040 in the wild and no public exploit code.