Vulnerability in ath9k_htc package: Uninitialized Value Bugs
Summary
GSD-2022-1002359: ath9k_htc: fix uninit value bugs. Affects Kernel versions >= fb9987d0f748c983bb795a86f47522313f701a08, < ee4222052a76559c20e821bc3519cefb58b6d3e9. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The ath9k_htc package is a wireless driver for Atheros IEEE 802.11n devices. It is a part of the Linux Kernel ecosystem and has been present since version 2.6.35. This package provides support for Atheros USB AR9271 and AR7010 family devices. The vulnerability in this package involves uninitialized value bugs, which can lead to potential security risks.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the ath9k_htc package arises from uninitialized value bugs. These bugs occur when a variable is used without being properly initialized, leading to unpredictable behavior and potential security vulnerabilities. Attackers may exploit these uninitialized values to manipulate the program's execution flow, potentially resulting in information disclosure, privilege escalation, or denial of service attacks. 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 provided for this vulnerability. It is recommended to follow the steps mentioned in the 'how_to_fix' section to update the Linux Kernel to the latest version.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the ath9k_htc package in the Linux Kernel is vulnerable to uninitialized value bugs. These bugs can potentially be exploited by attackers, leading to various security risks. To mitigate this vulnerability, it is crucial to update the Linux Kernel to version 4.19.238 or later. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can reach out to DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The ath9k_htc package is a wireless driver for Atheros IEEE 802.11n devices in the Linux Kernel ecosystem. It provides support for Atheros USB AR9271 and AR7010 family devices.
The impact of these uninitialized value bugs is not yet proven. However, they can potentially be exploited by attackers to manipulate program execution and may result in information disclosure, privilege escalation, or denial of service attacks.
To fix this vulnerability, update the Linux Kernel to version 4.19.238 or later. The fix was implemented in commit ee4222052a76559c20e821bc3519cefb58b6d3e9.
No specific workaround is provided for this vulnerability. It is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to the latest version.
For more details about this vulnerability, you can refer to the source at https://github.com/cloudsecurityalliance/gsd-database/blob/main/2022/1002xxx/GSD-2022-1002359.json
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