Vulnerability in irqchip/gic-v3 Package: Spurious Interrupt Handling

Kernel Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

31/05/2021

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No i

Fix available

Unrated

Severity

Not published

CVSS Score

GSD-2021-1000179: irqchip/gic-v3: Do not enable irqs when handling spurious interrups. Affects Kernel versions >= 3f1f3234bc2db1c16b9818b9a15a5d58ad45251c, < e7ea8e46e3b777be26aa855fe07778c415f24926. No fix is published. How to fix ↓

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Background

The irqchip/gic-v3 package is a component of the Linux Kernel, which is responsible for managing interrupts on systems that use the Generic Interrupt Controller (GIC) version 3. The GIC is a key component in many ARM-based systems and is responsible for distributing interrupts to the appropriate processors. The irqchip/gic-v3 package provides the necessary functionality to handle interrupts efficiently. However, a vulnerability has been discovered in the package that could potentially lead to security issues.

Vulnerability Detail

The vulnerability in irqchip/gic-v3 involves the incorrect handling of spurious interrupts. Spurious interrupts are interrupts that are reported by the hardware but do not actually require any action from the operating system. In the affected version of the package, irqs (interrupt requests) are enabled when handling spurious interrupts, which can lead to unexpected behavior and potential security risks. The impact and attack plausibility of this vulnerability have not been proven yet, but it is important to address it to ensure the stability and security of the system.

How To Fix

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Workaround

There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. However, it is advisable to update the Linux Kernel as soon as possible to apply the fix.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the irqchip/gic-v3 package in the Linux Kernel is vulnerable to a spurious interrupt handling issue. To address this vulnerability, it is crucial to update the kernel to version v5.4.118 or later. This update will ensure that irqs are not enabled when handling spurious interrupts, reducing the potential security risks. For further support and assistance in vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.

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