net: encx24j600: check error in devm_regmap_init_encx24j600
Summary
GSD-2021-1001857: net: encx24j600: check error in devm_regmap_init_encx24j600. Affects Kernel versions >= 04fbfce7a222327b97ca165294ef19f0faa45960, < e19c10d6e07c59c96e90fe053a72683ad8b0397e. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The net: encx24j600 package is a network driver for the Microchip ENCx24J600 Ethernet controller. It provides support for communicating with the ENCx24J600 chip, which is commonly used in embedded systems. The package is a part of the Linux Kernel and is responsible for managing network communication through the ENCx24J600 chip.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the net: encx24j600 package arises from a failure to properly check for errors in the devm_regmap_init_encx24j600 function. This function initializes the register map for the ENCx24J600 chip. By not checking for errors, the function may proceed with uninitialized or invalid data, leading to potential security vulnerabilities. The impact and attack plausibility of this vulnerability have not been proven yet.
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. It is advised to update the Linux Kernel to the recommended version.
Conclusion
The net: encx24j600 package in the Linux Kernel is vulnerable to a security issue related to the devm_regmap_init_encx24j600 function. To mitigate this vulnerability, it is crucial to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.10.75 or later. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The net: encx24j600 package is a network driver for the Microchip ENCx24J600 Ethernet controller.
The impact of this vulnerability is currently unknown as the attack plausibility has not been proven yet.
To fix this vulnerability, update the Linux Kernel to version v5.10.75 or later.
There are no specific workarounds mentioned for this vulnerability. Updating the Linux Kernel is the recommended solution.
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