Linux Kernel USB Host isp116x Null Pointer Dereference Vulnerability

A vulnerability in the Linux kernel's USB host component, specifically in the isp116x driver, has been addressed. The issue arose because the return value of the platform_get_resource() function was not properly checked. If platform_get_resource() returned NULL, it could lead to a null pointer dereference. The vulnerability has been resolved by adding the necessary checks to prevent this dereference.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to a null pointer dereference, causing a crash or instability in the system.