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Linux Kernel NULL Pointer Dereference Vulnerability in ASoC IMX Card

Vulnerability

A NULL pointer dereference vulnerability has been identified in the Linux kernel's ASoC IMX card component. The issue arises in the 'imx_card_probe()' function, which fails to validate the output of 'devm_kasprintf()' after a memory allocation. This oversight can lead to a NULL pointer dereference, causing potential instability or crashes.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability leads to a NULL pointer dereference, causing a system crash or instability.

Added: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM
Updated: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
9.0
impact
2.5
exploitability
4.0
remediation
0.0
relevance
0.0
threat
3.2
urgency
2.9
incentive
1.7

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