CVE-2022-50711
net: ethernet: mtk_eth_soc: fix possible memory leak in mtk_probe()
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: net: ethernet: mtk_eth_soc: fix possible memory leak in mtk_probe() If mtk_wed_add_hw() has been called, mtk_wed_exit() needs be called in error path or removing module to free the memory allocated in mtk_wed_add_hw().
INFO
Published Date :
Dec. 24, 2025, 11:15 a.m.
Last Modified :
Dec. 24, 2025, 11:15 a.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2022-50711
vulnerability.
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Solution
- Ensure mtk_wed_exit is called in error paths.
- Call mtk_wed_exit when removing the module.
- Apply the patch to the Linux kernel.
- Update your system.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2022-50711.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/96bde7c4f5683d8c1c809ddb781ef3fdec9b7215 | |
| https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/b3d0d98179d62f9d55635a600679c4fa362baf8d |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2022-50711
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New CVE Received by 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
Dec. 24, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: net: ethernet: mtk_eth_soc: fix possible memory leak in mtk_probe() If mtk_wed_add_hw() has been called, mtk_wed_exit() needs be called in error path or removing module to free the memory allocated in mtk_wed_add_hw(). Added Reference https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/96bde7c4f5683d8c1c809ddb781ef3fdec9b7215 Added Reference https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/b3d0d98179d62f9d55635a600679c4fa362baf8d