ARM: 9210/1: Mark the FDT_FIXED sections as shareable
Summary
GSD-2022-1004192: ARM: 9210/1: Mark the FDT_FIXED sections as shareable. Affects Kernel versions >= 7a1be318f5795cb66fa0dc86b3ace427fe68057f, < 079fe72a31c404ce66515dc90ebdf774aa59386e. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The vulnerability affects the Kernel package in the Linux ecosystem. The Kernel is the core component of the operating system that manages system resources and provides an interface for software to interact with the hardware. It is responsible for tasks such as process management, memory management, and device drivers. The vulnerability specifically impacts the FDT_FIXED sections in the ARM architecture.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability arises from the failure to mark the FDT_FIXED sections as shareable in the ARM architecture. This can potentially lead to security issues as these sections are not protected from unauthorized access. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information or execute arbitrary code. The vulnerability was introduced in Linux Kernel version v5.11 and has been fixed in version v5.18.13.
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 ARM: 9210/1 vulnerability affects the Kernel package in the Linux ecosystem, specifically the FDT_FIXED sections in the ARM architecture. It is important to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.18.13 or later to mitigate the vulnerability. Regularly updating the Kernel is crucial for maintaining the security of the system. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The vulnerability can potentially allow unauthorized access to sensitive information or enable the execution of arbitrary code.
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At the time of this report, there is no known exploit for this vulnerability. However, it is important to apply the recommended fix to mitigate any potential risks.
The vulnerability specifically affects the Kernel package in the Linux ecosystem. It is recommended to update the Kernel to the latest version to address this vulnerability.
You can refer to the vulnerability details in the Open Source Vulnerability format provided by the Cloud Security Alliance's GSD database. The details can be found at https://github.com/cloudsecurityalliance/gsd-database/blob/main/2022/1004xxx/GSD-2022-1004192.json
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