Vulnerability in Kernel: net: mdio: unexport __init-annotated mdio_bus_init()
Summary
GSD-2022-1003711: net: mdio: unexport __init-annotated mdio_bus_init(). Affects Kernel versions >= 90eff9096c01ba90cdae504a6b95ee87fe2556a3, < 6a90a44d53428a3bf01bd80df9ba78b19959270c. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The Kernel is a critical component of the Linux operating system that manages communication between hardware and software. It provides essential functionalities and services to enable the proper functioning of the system. One of the components within the Kernel is the mdio module, which handles management data input/output (MDIO) operations for Ethernet PHY devices. The mdio_bus_init() function is responsible for initializing the MDIO bus. However, a vulnerability has been discovered in this function that could potentially be exploited by attackers.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability, identified as GSD-2022-1003711, affects the mdio_bus_init() function in the Kernel. It was introduced in version v4.12 and fixed in version v5.4.198. The specific impact and attack plausibility of this vulnerability have not been proven yet. The vulnerability has been reported and is tracked in the GSD database. For more details, refer to the provided source link.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, a vulnerability has been discovered in the Kernel's mdio_bus_init() function. It is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.4.198 or later to address this vulnerability. For further support and assistance with vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The Kernel is a critical component of the Linux operating system that manages communication between hardware and software.
mdio_bus_init() is a function in the Kernel that initializes the MDIO bus, which is responsible for managing communication with Ethernet PHY devices.
The specific impact of this vulnerability is yet to be determined. However, it has the potential to be exploited by attackers.
To fix this vulnerability, it is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.4.198 or later.
For more information about this vulnerability, refer to the provided source link in the GSD database.
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