CVE-2022-49887: media: meson: vdec: fix possible refcount leak in vdec_probe()
First published: Thu May 01 2025(Updated: )
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: media: meson: vdec: fix possible refcount leak in vdec_probe() v4l2_device_unregister need to be called to put the refcount got by v4l2_device_register when vdec_probe fails or vdec_remove is called.
Credit: 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Linux Kernel | <5.4.224 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=5.5<5.10.154 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=5.11<5.15.78 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=5.16<6.0.8 | |
| Linux Kernel | =6.1-rc1 |
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Reference Links
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/70119756311a0be3b95bec2e1ba714673e90feba
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/be6e22f54623d8a856a4f167b25be73c2ff1ff80
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/f96ad391d054bd5c36994f98afd6a12cbb5600bf
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/0457e7b12ece1a7e41fa0ae8b7e47c0a72a83bef
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/7718999356234d9cc6a11b4641bb773928f1390f
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-49887?
CVE-2022-49887 has a medium severity due to the potential for a reference count leak in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2022-49887?
To fix CVE-2022-49887, ensure you upgrade to the patched version of the Linux kernel that addresses this vulnerability.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2022-49887?
CVE-2022-49887 affects specific versions of the Linux kernel that contain the vulnerable vdec_probe function.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2022-49887?
The potential impact of CVE-2022-49887 includes possible resource leaks leading to degraded system performance.
Is CVE-2022-49887 patched in newer releases?
Yes, CVE-2022-49887 is patched in subsequent releases of the Linux kernel following the vulnerability disclosure.
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