Vulnerability in Kernel: net: stmmac: dwc-qos: Disable split header for Tegra194
Summary
GSD-2022-1004577: net: stmmac: dwc-qos: Disable split header for Tegra194. Affects Kernel versions >= 67afd6d1cfdf0d0461fe3c4c922447f3e9b1c6ee, < 9cc8edc571b871d974b3289868553f9ce544aba6. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The Kernel is a critical component of the Linux operating system that manages communication between hardware and software. It provides essential services and functions for the proper functioning of the system. The stmmac driver in the Kernel is responsible for managing Ethernet controllers. The dwc-qos module within stmmac is specifically designed for the Tegra194 platform. This vulnerability affects the split header functionality of dwc-qos in Tegra194.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the dwc-qos module for Tegra194 allows an attacker to exploit the split header functionality, potentially leading to security breaches. By disabling the split header, the vulnerability can be mitigated. The impact and attack plausibility of this vulnerability have not been proven yet. It is important to note that this vulnerability has been fixed in Linux Kernel version v5.10.132 by commit 9cc8edc571b871d974b3289868553f9ce544aba6. The vulnerability was introduced in version v5.4 by commit 67afd6d1cfdf0d0461fe3c4c922447f3e9b1c6ee.
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 vulnerability in the Kernel's stmmac dwc-qos module for Tegra194 can potentially lead to security breaches. It is crucial to update the Kernel to version v5.10.132 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The impact of this vulnerability is not yet proven. However, if exploited, it could potentially lead to security breaches and compromise the integrity of the system.
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Yes, the vulnerability has been fixed in Linux Kernel version v5.10.132. It is recommended to update the Kernel to this version or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
No specific workaround has been mentioned for this vulnerability. It is recommended to update the Kernel to the fixed version.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the GSD-2022-1004577 JSON report available at https://github.com/cloudsecurityalliance/gsd-database/blob/main/2022/1004xxx/GSD-2022-1004577.json
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