CVE-2022-48961 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.82/6.0.12 of_node_get/of_node_put reference count (16854177745a/a5c6de1a6656/cb37617687f2)

CVE-2022-48961 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.82/6.0.12 of_node_get/of_node_put reference count (16854177745a/a5c6de1a6656/cb37617687f2)

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 5.15.82/6.0.12. It has been declared as critical. Affected by this vulnerability is the function of_node_get/of_node_put. The manipulation leads to improper update of reference count. This vulnerability is known as CVE-2022-48961. The attack needs to be approached within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.