CVE-2022-50108 | Linux Kernel up to 5.4.210/5.10.136/5.15.60/5.18.17/5.19.1 mfd of_get_child_by_name reference count (Nessus ID 247401 / WID-SEC-2025-1350)
A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel up to 5.4.210/5.10.136/5.15.60/5.18.17/5.19.1. It has been classified as critical. Affected by this vulnerability is the function of_get_child_by_name of the component mfd. The manipulation leads to improper update of reference count.
This vulnerability is referenced as CVE-2022-50108. The attack needs to be initiated within the local network. No exploit is available.
Upgrading the affected component is recommended.