PT-2021-25702 · 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 5.13.3
Description:
A potential use-after-free issue was identified in the
nicstar cleanup() function. The actual impact and attack plausibility have not yet been proven.Recommendations:
For Linux Kernel versions prior to 5.13.3, update to version 5.13.3 or later to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the
nicstar cleanup() function until a patch is available. Found an issue in the description? Have something to add? Feel free to write us 👾
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Linux Kernel