CVE-2022-50535: drm/amd/display: Fix potential null-deref in dm_resume
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
drm/amd/display: Fix potential null-deref in dmresume
[Why] Fixing smatch error: dmresume() error: we previously assumed 'aconnector->dclink' could be null
[How] Check if dclink null at the beginning of the loop, so further checks can be dropped.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-50535?
CVE-2022-50535 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2022-50535?
To resolve CVE-2022-50535, you should update your Linux kernel to a version that contains the fix for this vulnerability.
Which Linux kernel versions are affected by CVE-2022-50535?
CVE-2022-50535 affects Linux kernel versions between 4.15 and 4.19.276, 4.20 and 5.4.235, 5.5 and 5.10.173, 5.11 and 5.15.99, and 5.16 and 6.1.16, with specific ranges for later versions.
What component of the Linux kernel does CVE-2022-50535 affect?
CVE-2022-50535 affects the AMD display driver in the Linux kernel.
What issue is addressed by CVE-2022-50535?
CVE-2022-50535 addresses a potential null pointer dereference in the dm_resume function, which could lead to system instability.