CVE-2021-46995

can: mcp251xfd: mcp251xfd_probe(): fix an error pointer dereference in probe

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: can: mcp251xfd: mcp251xfd_probe(): fix an error pointer dereference in probe When we converted this code to use dev_err_probe() we accidentally removed a return. It means that if devm_clk_get() it will lead to an Oops when we call clk_get_rate() on the next line.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/15f8f96ec7fc35024d4e03296e4d838fcea33d83 patch
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/4cc7faa406975b460aa674606291dea197c1210c patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-46995?
CVE-2021-46995 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-46995?
To fix CVE-2021-46995, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-46995 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-46995 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-46995?
CVE-2021-46995 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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