PT-2023-35292 · Linux · Linux Kernel
Published
2023-02-13
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Updated
2023-02-13
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Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions
Linux Kernel versions prior to v5.4.231
Description
The issue concerns the validation of the
addr parameter in the mdiobus get phy() function. This is an automated identification of a potential security issue, but the actual impact and attack plausibility have not been proven yet.Recommendations
For Linux Kernel versions prior to v5.4.231, update to version v5.4.231 or later to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the
mdiobus get phy() 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