Memory Leak in imu_fmt in Kernel
Summary
GSD-2021-1000099: media: staging/intel-ipu3: Fix memory leak in imu_fmt. Affects Kernel versions >= 6d5f26f2e045f2377b524516194657c00efbbce8, < 14d0e99c3ef6b0648535a31bf2eaabb4eff97b9e. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The Kernel is a critical component of the Linux operating system that provides core functionalities and acts as a bridge between hardware and software. It manages system resources, facilitates communication between different software components, and ensures the overall stability and security of the system. The imu_fmt module in the staging/intel-ipu3 subsystem of the Kernel is responsible for handling image format operations for Intel IPUs (Image Processing Units).
Vulnerability Detail
The imu_fmt module in the staging/intel-ipu3 subsystem of the Kernel suffers from a memory leak vulnerability. This vulnerability, identified as GSD-2021-1000099, was introduced in version v5.2 of the Kernel and fixed in version v5.11.20. The vulnerability allows an attacker to cause a memory leak by exploiting a flaw in the imu_fmt module. If successfully exploited, this vulnerability could lead to resource exhaustion, system instability, and potential denial-of-service (DoS) conditions.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
There is no specific workaround available for this vulnerability. It is crucial to update the Kernel to the fixed version as soon as possible.
Conclusion
The memory leak vulnerability in the imu_fmt module of the Kernel can lead to resource exhaustion and system instability. It is crucial to update the Kernel to the fixed version (v5.11.20 or later) to mitigate the risk. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
If successfully exploited, this vulnerability could lead to resource exhaustion, system instability, and potential denial-of-service (DoS) conditions.
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At the time of this report, there are no known public exploits for this vulnerability. However, it is always recommended to apply security patches and updates to mitigate any potential risks.
No, there is no CVE assigned to this vulnerability at the moment.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the GSD Database (https://github.com/cloudsecurityalliance/gsd-database/blob/main/2021/1000xxx/GSD-2021-1000099.json).
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