Memory Leak in imu_fmt in Kernel
Summary
GSD-2021-1000136: media: staging/intel-ipu3: Fix memory leak in imu_fmt. Affects Kernel versions >= 6d5f26f2e045f2377b524516194657c00efbbce8, < 517f6f570566a863c2422b843c8b7d099474f6a9. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The Kernel is a critical component of the Linux operating system that manages the system's resources and facilitates communication between hardware and software. It provides essential functions and services to enable the proper functioning of the system. The imu_fmt module in the media staging/intel-ipu3 subsystem is responsible for handling image format operations for Intel IPUs. It is used in conjunction with the media framework to process image data. However, a memory leak vulnerability has been identified in the imu_fmt module.
Vulnerability Detail
The memory leak vulnerability in imu_fmt can lead to the gradual depletion of system memory resources. When image format operations are performed using the module, memory allocated for the operation may not be properly freed, resulting in memory leaks. Over time, this can cause memory exhaustion, leading to system instability and potential denial-of-service conditions. The vulnerability was introduced in version v5.2 of the Linux Kernel and was fixed in version v5.10.36.
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 advised to apply the recommended fix by updating the Linux Kernel to the patched version.
Conclusion
The memory leak vulnerability in imu_fmt can have severe consequences on system stability and performance. It is crucial to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.10.36 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. Failure to address this issue may result in memory exhaustion and potential denial-of-service conditions. For further support and assistance in vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The memory leak vulnerability in imu_fmt can lead to memory exhaustion, potentially causing system instability and denial-of-service conditions.
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At the time of this report, there are no known exploits for this vulnerability. However, it is crucial to apply the recommended fix to mitigate any potential risks.
It is not recommended to manually patch the vulnerability without updating the entire Kernel. The fix for this vulnerability is integrated into the updated Kernel version v5.10.36. Applying the complete update ensures that all necessary changes and improvements are implemented.
For more details about this vulnerability, you can refer to the vulnerability ID GSD-2021-1000136 in the GSD database at https://github.com/cloudsecurityalliance/gsd-database.
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