Linux Kernel Vulnerability in TH1520 Mailbox Handling

CVE-2024-58022

Summary

A vulnerability exists in the Linux kernel’s handling of the TH1520 mailbox, where the devm_ioremap() function incorrectly returns NULL instead of appropriate error pointers. This oversight can lead to improper error checking, potentially causing instability in systems utilizing this functionality. Developers should review their error handling in relation to the TH1520 mailbox to mitigate risks associated with this flaw.

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