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Linux Kernel NULL Pointer Dereference Vulnerability in imx-jpeg Media Component

Vulnerability

A vulnerability in the Linux kernel's imx-jpeg media component can lead to NULL pointer dereferences. This issue arises when the driver fails to properly clean up after allocation errors, causing subsequent allocation failures to be incorrectly reported as successful. As a result, buffers may remain uninitialized, leading to potential NULL pointer dereference errors.

Impact

The vulnerability can cause NULL pointer dereference errors, which may lead to kernel crashes or other undefined behavior.

Added: Jul 4, 2025, 2:36 PM
Updated: Jul 4, 2025, 2:36 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
9.0
impact
0.6
exploitability
4.0
remediation
0.0
relevance
0.2
threat
3.2
urgency
2.9
incentive
1.7

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