PT-2022-33543 · Linux · Linux Kernel

Published

2022-09-16

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Updated

2022-09-16

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Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions Linux Kernel versions prior to v5.19.2
Description The issue is related to a potential information leak in the wil write file wmi() function. The actual impact and attack plausibility have not yet been proven. It was introduced in version v3.17 and fixed in Linux Kernel version v5.19.2.
Recommendations For Linux Kernel versions prior to v5.19.2, update to version v5.19.2 or later to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the wil write file wmi() function until a patch is available.

Related Identifiers

GSD-2022-1005285

Affected Products

Linux Kernel