Vulnerability in rtl818x package: Prevent using not initialized queues
Summary
GSD-2022-1003951: rtl818x: Prevent using not initialized queues. Affects Kernel versions < d7e30dfc166d33470bba31a42f9bbc346e5409d5. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The rtl818x package is a driver for Realtek RTL8180, RTL8185, and RTL8187SE wireless LAN (WLAN) controllers. It provides support for these controllers, allowing users to connect to wireless networks. The package is commonly used in Linux systems.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the rtl818x package allows for the use of uninitialized queues. This can lead to potential security issues, although the actual impact and attack plausibility have not yet been proven. The vulnerability has been fixed in Linux Kernel version v4.14.283 by commit d7e30dfc166d33470bba31a42f9bbc346e5409d5.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability.
Conclusion
The vulnerability in the rtl818x package that allowed the use of uninitialized queues has been fixed in Linux Kernel version v4.14.283. It is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to this version or later to ensure the security of your system. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The impact of this vulnerability is not yet proven, but it has the potential to lead to security issues.
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Yes, the vulnerability has been fixed in Linux Kernel version v4.14.283 by commit d7e30dfc166d33470bba31a42f9bbc346e5409d5.
There are no specific temporary measures mentioned for this vulnerability. It is recommended to update the Linux Kernel as soon as possible.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the Open Source Vulnerability Database at https://github.com/cloudsecurityalliance/gsd-database/blob/main/2022/1003xxx/GSD-2022-1003951.json
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