CVE-2022-50464: mt76: mt7915: Fix PCI device refcount leak in mt7915_pci_init_hif2()
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
mt76: mt7915: Fix PCI device refcount leak in mt7915pciinithif2()
As comment of pcigetdevice() says, it returns a pcidevice with its refcount increased. We need to call pcidevput() to decrease the refcount. Save the return value of pcigetdevice() and call pcidevput() to decrease the refcount.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-50464?
CVE-2022-50464 has a severity rating of medium, indicating a potential impact on system stability.
How do I fix CVE-2022-50464?
To fix CVE-2022-50464, update to the latest version of the Linux kernel where the vulnerability has been patched.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-50464?
CVE-2022-50464 is a reference count leak vulnerability in the mt76 driver of the Linux kernel.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2022-50464?
CVE-2022-50464 affects certain versions of the Linux kernel prior to the inclusion of the fix.
What is the impact of CVE-2022-50464?
The impact of CVE-2022-50464 could lead to resource exhaustion due to memory leaks caused by improper reference counting.