Vulnerability in Kernel: wifi: mac80211: fix queue selection for mesh/OCB interfaces
Summary
GSD-2022-1004196: wifi: mac80211: fix queue selection for mesh/OCB interfaces. Affects Kernel versions < 41ecab279a70dced9005f4d55fa0fcde8938603f. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The Kernel is a crucial component of the Linux operating system that acts as a bridge between the hardware and software layers. It provides essential functionalities and services to enable the proper functioning of the system. One of the components within the Kernel is the wifi module, specifically the mac80211 module, which handles wireless network communication. This vulnerability affects the queue selection mechanism for mesh/OCB (Outside the Context of a Basic Service Set) interfaces in the mac80211 module.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability arises from an issue in the queue selection process for mesh/OCB interfaces in the mac80211 module. Due to this flaw, the queue selection algorithm may not function correctly, leading to potential performance degradation or instability in wireless network communication. Attackers could potentially exploit this vulnerability to disrupt network connectivity or launch further attacks. It is important to note that 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
No workaround has been provided for this vulnerability.
Conclusion
In conclusion, this vulnerability affects the queue selection mechanism for mesh/OCB interfaces in the mac80211 module of the Kernel. It is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.18.13 or later to address this vulnerability. No workarounds have been provided. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can reach out to DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The impact of this vulnerability could result in performance degradation or instability in wireless network communication. However, the actual impact and attack plausibility have not been proven yet.
To fix this vulnerability, it is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.18.13 or later by applying commit 41ecab279a70dced9005f4d55fa0fcde8938603f from the Linux Kernel repository.
The remote exploitation of this vulnerability has not been confirmed. However, it is advisable to apply the necessary updates to mitigate any potential risks.
No workarounds have been provided for this vulnerability.
For more details about this vulnerability, you can refer to the source link provided in the vulnerability database: https://github.com/cloudsecurityalliance/gsd-database/blob/main/2022/1004xxx/GSD-2022-1004196.json
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