CVE-2021-47079
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.19%
Last modified
CVE-2021-47079 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: platform/x86: ideapad-laptop: fix a NULL pointer dereference The third parameter of dytc_cql_command should not be NULL since it will be dereferenced immediately.. EPSS estimates a 0.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: platform/x86: ideapad-laptop: fix a NULL pointer dereference The third parameter of dytc_cql_command should not be NULL since it will be dereferenced immediately.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 5.12, < 5.12.7 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 5.13 | Rc1 |
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Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-47079?
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
platform/x86: ideapad-laptop: fix a NULL pointer dereference
The third parameter of dytc_cql_command should not be NULL since it will
be dereferenced immediately.
How severe is CVE-2021-47079?
CVE-2021-47079 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-47079?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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