PT-2023-33173 · Linux · Linux Kernel
Published
2023-01-17
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Updated
2023-01-17
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Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions
Linux Kernel versions prior to v6.0.12
Description
The issue concerns error handling in the
iavf init module() function. It was introduced in version v4.6 and fixed in version v6.0.12. The actual impact and attack plausibility have not yet been proven.Recommendations
For Linux Kernel versions prior to v6.0.12, update to version v6.0.12 or later to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting the use of the
iavf init module() 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