Array Index Out of Bounds Exception in scsi: libfc
Summary
GSD-2021-1001317: scsi: libfc: Fix array index out of bound exception. Affects Kernel versions < 0fe70c15f9435bb3c50954778245d62ee38b0e03. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The scsi: libfc is a component of the Linux Kernel that provides support for Fibre Channel over SCSI (FCoE) protocol. It allows for the communication between Fibre Channel devices and SCSI devices. The vulnerability in scsi: libfc arises from an array index out of bounds exception, which can lead to potential security risks.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in scsi: libfc is caused by an array index out of bounds exception. This occurs when the code attempts to access an element of an array using an index that is outside the bounds of the array. In this case, the vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker to manipulate memory and potentially execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service. 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
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. However, applying the recommended fix by updating the Linux Kernel to the fixed version is the best course of action.
Conclusion
The vulnerability in scsi: libfc, caused by an array index out of bounds exception, can be addressed by updating the Linux Kernel to version v5.4.135 or later. This fix ensures that the vulnerability is mitigated. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
scsi: libfc is a component of the Linux Kernel that provides support for Fibre Channel over SCSI (FCoE) protocol. It enables communication between Fibre Channel devices and SCSI devices.
An array index out of bounds exception occurs when the code attempts to access an element of an array using an index that is outside the bounds of the array. It can lead to memory manipulation and potential security risks.
The potential risks of this vulnerability include the execution of arbitrary code, denial of service, and potential security breaches.
To fix this vulnerability, it is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.4.135 or later, which includes the fix for the array index out of bounds exception.
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. Updating the Linux Kernel to the fixed version is the recommended solution.
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