PT-2021-25439 · Linux · Linux Kernel

Published

2021-06-30

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Updated

2021-06-30

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Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions: Linux Kernel versions prior to v5.10.45
Description: The issue is related to a null dereference in the parse device address function in the ieee802154 module. The actual impact and attack plausibility have not yet been proven.
Recommendations: For Linux Kernel versions prior to v5.10.45, update to version v5.10.45 or later to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the ieee802154 module to minimize the risk of exploitation.
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Related Identifiers

GSD-2021-1000968

Affected Products

Linux Kernel