PT-2021-25664 · Linux · Linux Kernel

Published

2021-08-03

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Updated

2021-08-03

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Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions: Linux Kernel versions prior to v5.13.4
Description: The issue is related to a possible use-after-free in the wdt startup() function. The actual impact and attack plausibility have not yet been proven.
Recommendations: For Linux Kernel versions prior to v5.13.4, update to version v5.13.4 or later to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider disabling the wdt startup() function until a patch is available.
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Related Identifiers

GSD-2021-1001194

Affected Products

Linux Kernel