Описание
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
hwmon: (w83792d) Fix NULL pointer dereference by removing unnecessary structure field
If driver read val value sufficient for
(val & 0x08) && (!(val & 0x80)) && ((val & 0x7) == ((val >> 4) & 0x7))
from device then Null pointer dereference occurs.
(It is possible if tmp = 0b0xyz1xyz, where same literals mean same numbers)
Also lm75[] does not serve a purpose anymore after switching to
devm_i2c_new_dummy_device() in w83791d_detect_subclients().
The patch fixes possible NULL pointer dereference by removing lm75[].
Found by Linux Driver Verification project (linuxtesting.org).
[groeck: Dropped unnecessary continuation lines, fixed multipline alignment]
A vulnerability was found in the Linux kernel's hwmon driver for the w83792d module where a NULL pointer dereference was caused by the lm75[] obsolete structure field. During specific device read operations, if certain conditions are met, the driver may attempt to access a NULL pointer because this unnecessary field is being retained, which can lead to system crashes or instability.
Отчет
This vulnerability is rated as a Moderate severity because it can cause crashes and operational disruptions. It does not expose sensitive information or allow unauthorized access. Within regulated environments, a combination of the following controls acts as a significant barrier to successfully exploiting a CWE-476: NULL Pointer Dereference vulnerability and downgrades the severity of this particular CVE from Moderate to Low. The platform incorporates secure engineering principles and controls to enforce secure coding practices, including proper memory handling and error checking, reducing the likelihood of NULL pointer dereference vulnerabilities. Coding standards, tools, and processes support early detection and prevention of memory-related flaws. Static code analysis identifies NULL dereference and related issues during development, while system monitoring detects memory errors and anomalous behavior in the event of exploitation. Additionally, the platform leverages memory protection mechanisms such as Data Execution Prevention (DEP) and Address Space Layout Randomization (ASLR) to strengthen resilience against memory-related vulnerabilities.
Меры по смягчению последствий
Red Hat has investigated whether a possible mitigation exists for this issue, and has not been able to identify a practical example. Please update the affected package as soon as possible.
Затронутые пакеты
| Платформа | Пакет | Состояние | Рекомендация | Релиз |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6 | kernel | Out of support scope | ||
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 | kernel | Out of support scope | ||
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 | kernel-rt | Out of support scope | ||
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9 | kernel-rt | Affected | ||
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 | kernel-rt | Fixed | RHSA-2024:7001 | 24.09.2024 |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 | kernel | Fixed | RHSA-2024:7000 | 24.09.2024 |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.6 Advanced Mission Critical Update Support | kernel | Fixed | RHSA-2024:5281 | 13.08.2024 |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.6 Telecommunications Update Service | kernel | Fixed | RHSA-2024:5281 | 13.08.2024 |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.6 Update Services for SAP Solutions | kernel | Fixed | RHSA-2024:5281 | 13.08.2024 |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.8 Extended Update Support | kernel | Fixed | RHSA-2024:6206 | 03.09.2024 |
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Статус:
EPSS
4.4 Medium
CVSS3
Связанные уязвимости
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: hwmon: (w83792d) Fix NULL pointer dereference by removing unnecessary structure field If driver read val value sufficient for (val & 0x08) && (!(val & 0x80)) && ((val & 0x7) == ((val >> 4) & 0x7)) from device then Null pointer dereference occurs. (It is possible if tmp = 0b0xyz1xyz, where same literals mean same numbers) Also lm75[] does not serve a purpose anymore after switching to devm_i2c_new_dummy_device() in w83791d_detect_subclients(). The patch fixes possible NULL pointer dereference by removing lm75[]. Found by Linux Driver Verification project (linuxtesting.org). [groeck: Dropped unnecessary continuation lines, fixed multipline alignment]
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: hwmon: (w83792d) Fix NULL pointer dereference by removing unnecessary structure field If driver read val value sufficient for (val & 0x08) && (!(val & 0x80)) && ((val & 0x7) == ((val >> 4) & 0x7)) from device then Null pointer dereference occurs. (It is possible if tmp = 0b0xyz1xyz, where same literals mean same numbers) Also lm75[] does not serve a purpose anymore after switching to devm_i2c_new_dummy_device() in w83791d_detect_subclients(). The patch fixes possible NULL pointer dereference by removing lm75[]. Found by Linux Driver Verification project (linuxtesting.org). [groeck: Dropped unnecessary continuation lines, fixed multipline alignment]
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: h ...
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: hwmon: (w83792d) Fix NULL pointer dereference by removing unnecessary structure field If driver read val value sufficient for (val & 0x08) && (!(val & 0x80)) && ((val & 0x7) == ((val >> 4) & 0x7)) from device then Null pointer dereference occurs. (It is possible if tmp = 0b0xyz1xyz, where same literals mean same numbers) Also lm75[] does not serve a purpose anymore after switching to devm_i2c_new_dummy_device() in w83791d_detect_subclients(). The patch fixes possible NULL pointer dereference by removing lm75[]. Found by Linux Driver Verification project (linuxtesting.org). [groeck: Dropped unnecessary continuation lines, fixed multipline alignment]
EPSS
4.4 Medium
CVSS3