The vulnerability of the list_head() function in the mtu3 component of the Linux operating system’s kernel allows a hacker to trigger a service failure.

The vulnerability of the listhead function in the mtu3 component of the Linux operating system’s kernel is related to the lack of initialization of the listhead. Exploiting this vulnerability could allow an attacker to cause a service failure...

PT-2021-8078 · Linux +3 · Linux Kernel +3

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions: Linux kernel affected versions not specified Description: The issue is caused by the uninitialization of list head in the mtu3 component of the Linux kernel. This can lead to a use-after-free error in the list del entry valid function. The ca...