Kernel: smsusb: use-after-free caused by do_submit_urb()
Published Aug 3, 2023 · Updated Nov 3, 2026
Original summary
Normalized public record · Updated Nov 3, 2026
Kernel: smsusb: use-after-free caused by do_submit_urb()
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QFinch assessment
A use-after-free vulnerability was found in the siano smsusb module in the Linux kernel. The bug occurs during device initialization when the siano device is plugged in. This flaw allows a local user to crash the system, causing a denial of service condition.
Evidence: public source recordsAffected products
| Affected package, product or range | Fix status |
|---|---|
| Consult the referenced vendor advisory for affected versions. | Consult source advisory |
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Remediation
Apply the vendor-supported fixed release or mitigation, then verify the affected component is no longer reachable.
- Confirm the affected product and reachable code path exist in your environment.
- Apply the vendor-supported patch or mitigation from the primary advisory.
- Rescan the exact deployed revision and retain verification evidence.
Evidence coverage
- SSVC priority
- LOW
- Confidence
- Not available
- Aliases
- None reported
Scores appear only when corresponding evidence exists. Missing data is never interpreted as zero risk.
Sources and record history
- RHSA-2023:6901 ↗
- RHSA-2023:7077 ↗
- RHSA-2024:0575 ↗
- RHSA-2024:0724 ↗
- access.redhat.com ↗
- RHBZ#2221707 ↗
- lists.debian.org ↗
- security.netapp.com ↗
- www.debian.org ↗
- www.debian.org ↗
Record history
Published Aug 3, 2023 · Last refreshed Nov 3, 2026