Vulnerability in dmaengine: idxd package - Fix for wq size store permission state
Summary
GSD-2021-1000030: dmaengine: idxd: fix wq size store permission state. Affects Kernel versions >= c52ca478233c172b2d322b5241d6279a8661cbba, < 4ecf25595273203010bc8318c4aee60ad64037ae. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The dmaengine: idxd package is a component of the Linux Kernel ecosystem. It provides support for Intel Data Streaming Accelerator (IDXD) devices, which are used for offloading data movement tasks. These devices enhance performance by enabling parallel data movement operations. The vulnerability in question affects the package's wq size store permission state.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in dmaengine: idxd package arises from an issue with the wq size store permission state. It was introduced in version v5.6 of the Linux Kernel by commit c52ca478233c172b2d322b5241d6279a8661cbba. The impact and attack plausibility of this vulnerability have not been proven yet. However, if exploited, it could potentially lead to unauthorized access or privilege escalation. The vulnerability has been fixed in Linux Kernel version v5.10.32 by commit 4ecf25595273203010bc8318c4aee60ad64037ae.
How To Fix
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Workaround
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability.
Conclusion
The vulnerability in dmaengine: idxd package related to the wq size store permission state has been identified and fixed in Linux Kernel version v5.10.32. It is crucial to update the Linux Kernel to the latest version to ensure the security and integrity of the system. For further support and assistance in vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The dmaengine: idxd package is a component of the Linux Kernel ecosystem that provides support for Intel Data Streaming Accelerator (IDXD) devices, enabling parallel data movement operations.
The impact of this vulnerability is not yet proven, but if exploited, it could potentially lead to unauthorized access or privilege escalation.
This vulnerability was introduced in version v5.6 of the Linux Kernel by commit c52ca478233c172b2d322b5241d6279a8661cbba.
To fix this vulnerability, it is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.10.32 or later.
No specific workaround has been mentioned for this vulnerability.
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