Memory Leak Vulnerability in drm/amd/pm Package
Summary
GSD-2022-1002581: drm/amd/pm: fix a potential gpu_metrics_table memory leak. Affects Kernel versions >= 95868b85764aff2dcbf78d3054076df75446ad15, < 583637d66a70fc7090e12fb0ebbacc33d39e2214. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The drm/amd/pm package is a component of the Linux Kernel that handles power management for AMD GPUs. It provides functionality for controlling the power state of the GPU and managing performance metrics. The package is critical for proper functioning and optimization of AMD GPUs in Linux systems.
Vulnerability Detail
The identified vulnerability in the drm/amd/pm package is a potential memory leak in the gpu_metrics_table. This memory leak can occur under certain conditions, leading to a gradual consumption of memory resources. If left unaddressed, this vulnerability can result in system instability, performance degradation, and potential denial-of-service attacks. The vulnerability was introduced in version v5.10 of the Linux Kernel and has been fixed in version v5.17.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
No specific workaround has been provided for this vulnerability. The recommended solution is to apply the kernel update as mentioned in the 'how_to_fix' section.
Conclusion
The memory leak vulnerability in the drm/amd/pm package of the Linux Kernel can lead to system instability and performance degradation. It is crucial to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.17 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. No specific workaround has been provided, and it is recommended to apply the kernel update as soon as possible. For further support on vulnerability remediation, contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The vulnerability can lead to a memory leak in the gpu_metrics_table, potentially causing system instability, performance degradation, and denial-of-service attacks.
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The exact attack vector and exploitability of this vulnerability have not been proven. However, if an attacker can trigger the conditions leading to the memory leak, they may be able to exploit it remotely.
There are no known instances of this vulnerability being exploited in the wild. However, it is important to apply the recommended fix to mitigate any potential risks.
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