Linux Kernel Vulnerability in ISL29028 Driver

CVE-2022-50218

What is CVE-2022-50218?

A vulnerability in the ISL29028 driver of the Linux kernel can lead to a general protection fault upon device removal due to improper management of resources. The issue arises from the use of the non-managed form of the register function during the device's removal process. This flaw may result in null pointer dereferences, which can compromise system stability and reliability. Users should ensure that they are running the latest kernel versions to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability. Further details and patches can be referenced in the provided kernel changelogs.

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