GSD-2022-1007578 wifi: ath9k: avoid uninit memory read in ath9k_htc_rx_msg()
An uninitialized memory read in the ath9k HTC driver could allow local attackers to disclose sensitive kernel memory contents.
- 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-2022-1007578?
GSD-2022-1007578 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 14 Nov 2022. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
wifi: ath9k: avoid uninit memory read in ath9k_htc_rx_msg()
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 v4.14.296 by commit f3d2a3b7e290d0bdbddfcee5a6c3d922e2b7e02a. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1007578?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1007578?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1007578 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1007578 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1007578 in the wild and no public exploit code.