PT-2022-28300 · Linux · Linux Kernel
Published
2022-01-10
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Updated
2022-01-10
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Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions
Linux Kernel versions prior to v4.4.298
Description
A use-after-free issue was discovered in the
tw timer handler function. The actual impact and attack plausibility have not yet been proven. This issue was introduced in version v2.6.27 and is fixed in Linux Kernel version v4.4.298.Recommendations
For Linux Kernel versions prior to v4.4.298, update to version v4.4.298 or later to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the
tw timer handler 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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Affected Products
Linux Kernel