CVE-2022-48854 | Linux Kernel up to 5.16.14 arc_emac arc_mdio_probe use after free (84c831803785/bc0e610a6eb0)

CVE-2022-48854 | Linux Kernel up to 5.16.14 arc_emac arc_mdio_probe use after free (84c831803785/bc0e610a6eb0)

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 5.16.14 and classified as critical. Affected by this issue is the function arc_mdio_probe of the component arc_emac. The manipulation leads to use after free. This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2022-48854. The attack needs to be done within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.