Out-of-Bounds Array Access in usb: isp1760
Summary
GSD-2022-1003445: usb: isp1760: Fix out-of-bounds array access. Affects Kernel versions >= 1da9e1c06873350c99ba49a052f92de85f2c69f2, < bf2558bbdce3ab1d6bcba09f354914e4515d0a2b. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The usb: isp1760 package is a component of the Linux Kernel, which is responsible for managing USB functionality. It provides support for USB controllers, including the isp1760 controller. The isp1760 controller is used in various devices to enable USB communication. However, a vulnerability has been discovered in the usb: isp1760 package that allows for out-of-bounds array access.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the usb: isp1760 package arises from an out-of-bounds array access issue. This vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker to manipulate memory beyond the boundaries of an array, potentially leading to memory corruption, crashes, or even remote code execution. The vulnerability was introduced in version v5.14 of the Linux Kernel and was fixed in version v5.15.46. The impact and attack plausibility of this vulnerability have not been proven yet.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability.
Conclusion
The out-of-bounds array access vulnerability in the usb: isp1760 package can have serious consequences, including memory corruption and potential remote code execution. It is crucial to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.15.46 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The usb: isp1760 package is a component of the Linux Kernel that provides support for USB controllers, including the isp1760 controller.
The impact of this vulnerability can range from memory corruption to crashes or even remote code execution, depending on how it is exploited.
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Yes, the vulnerability has been fixed in version v5.15.46 of the Linux Kernel. It is recommended to update to this version or later to address the issue.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the Open Source Vulnerability Database at https://github.com/cloudsecurityalliance/gsd-database/blob/main/2022/1003xxx/GSD-2022-1003445.json
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