The vulnerability of the hinic_get_stats64() function in the drivers/net/ethernet/huawei/hinic/hinic_main.c file of the Linux kernel’s Ethernet network adapter driver allows a hacker to cause a service failure.

The vulnerability of the hinicgetstats64 function in the drivers/net/ethernet/huawei/hinic/hinicmain.c file of the Linux kernel’s Ethernet network adapter driver is related to improper resource locking. Exploiting this vulnerability could allow an attacker to cause a service failure...

PT-2022-34137

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions Linux Kernel versions prior to v5.10.137 Description The issue is related to the hinic get stats64 function, which may cause a kernel hang. The actual impact and attack plausibility have not yet been proven. Recommendations For versions prior ...