CVE-2022-48860 | Linux Kernel up to 5.16.14 ethernet xemaclite_of_probe reference count

CVE-2022-48860 | Linux Kernel up to 5.16.14 ethernet xemaclite_of_probe reference count

A vulnerability has been found in Linux Kernel up to 5.16.14 and classified as critical. This vulnerability affects the function xemaclite_of_probe of the component ethernet. The manipulation leads to improper update of reference count. This vulnerability was named CVE-2022-48860. The attack needs to be approached within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.