Fix resource leak in case of probe failure in scsi: megaraid_sas
Summary
GSD-2021-1001334: scsi: megaraid_sas: Fix resource leak in case of probe failure. Affects Kernel versions < 0c6226601c3e191a44a57d8f9f814b7e5c308959. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The scsi: megaraid_sas package is a SCSI driver for the MegaRAID SAS family of RAID controllers. It provides support for managing and accessing storage devices connected to these controllers. The package is an integral part of the Linux Kernel and is responsible for handling communication between the operating system and the MegaRAID SAS controllers.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in scsi: megaraid_sas occurs when there is a resource leak in the case of probe failure. This means that if the probe process fails, certain resources are not properly released, leading to potential memory leaks or other resource-related issues. The impact of this vulnerability can vary depending on the specific scenario, but it could potentially result in system instability, performance degradation, or even unauthorized access to sensitive information. The vulnerability has been addressed in the Linux Kernel version v5.4.134 by commit 0c6226601c3e191a44a57d8f9f814b7e5c308959.
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
In conclusion, the scsi: megaraid_sas package in the Linux Kernel is vulnerable to a resource leak in case of probe failure. This vulnerability can have various impacts, including system instability and unauthorized access to sensitive information. It is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.4.134 or later to fix the vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
scsi: megaraid_sas is a SCSI driver for the MegaRAID SAS family of RAID controllers, providing support for managing and accessing storage devices connected to these controllers.
The impact of this vulnerability can vary, but it could potentially result in system instability, performance degradation, or unauthorized access to sensitive information.
To fix the vulnerability, it is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.4.134 or later.
There are no specific workarounds mentioned for this vulnerability.
For more information about this vulnerability, you can refer to the official Linux Kernel repository and the commit 0c6226601c3e191a44a57d8f9f814b7e5c308959.
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