CVE-2024-42224

net: dsa: mv88e6xxx: Correct check for empty list

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: net: dsa: mv88e6xxx: Correct check for empty list Since commit a3c53be55c95 ("net: dsa: mv88e6xxx: Support multiple MDIO busses") mv88e6xxx_default_mdio_bus() has checked that the return value of list_first_entry() is non-NULL. This appears to be intended to guard against the list chip->mdios being empty. However, it is not the correct check as the implementation of list_first_entry is not designed to return NULL for empty lists. Instead, use list_first_entry_or_null() which does return NULL if the list is empty. Flagged by Smatch. Compile tested only.

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.07%
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-42224?
CVE-2024-42224 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-42224?
To fix CVE-2024-42224, 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-2024-42224 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-42224 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-2024-42224?
CVE-2024-42224 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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