CVE-2022-49485

drm/v3d: Fix null pointer dereference of pointer perfmon

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: drm/v3d: Fix null pointer dereference of pointer perfmon In the unlikely event that pointer perfmon is null the WARN_ON return path occurs after the pointer has already been deferenced. Fix this by only dereferencing perfmon after it has been null checked.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.02%
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-49485?
CVE-2022-49485 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-49485?
To fix CVE-2022-49485, 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-2022-49485 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-49485 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-2022-49485?
CVE-2022-49485 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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