Avoid data corruptions in drm/sched
Summary
GSD-2021-1001231: drm/sched: Avoid data corruptions. Affects Kernel versions < 50d7e03ad487cc45fc85164a299b945a41756ac0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The drm/sched package is a component of the Linux Kernel, which is responsible for managing the scheduling of tasks related to Direct Rendering Manager (DRM) operations. DRM is a subsystem that enables user-space programs to communicate with graphics hardware. The drm/sched package plays a crucial role in ensuring the proper execution and synchronization of these tasks. However, a vulnerability has been discovered in this package that could lead to data corruptions.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in drm/sched can result in data corruptions. Although the impact and attack plausibility have not been proven, it is essential to address this issue to prevent potential security breaches. The vulnerability has been fixed in Linux Kernel version v5.13.3 by commit 50d7e03ad487cc45fc85164a299b945a41756ac0.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Conclusion
The vulnerability in drm/sched that could lead to data corruptions has been fixed in Linux Kernel version v5.13.3. It is crucial to update the Linux Kernel to the latest version to ensure the security and stability of the system. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The impact of this vulnerability is not yet proven, but it has the potential to lead to data corruptions.
You can check if your system is affected by verifying the installed version of the Linux Kernel. If it is older than v5.13.3, it is recommended to update to the latest version.
There are no known exploits for this vulnerability at the moment.
There are no specific workarounds mentioned for this vulnerability. Updating the Linux Kernel to the fixed version is the recommended solution.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the official Linux Kernel repository and the provided references link.
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