Vulnerability in Kernel package: usb: chipidea: ci_hdrc_imx
Summary
GSD-2021-1001632: usb: chipidea: ci_hdrc_imx: Also search for 'phys' phandle. Affects Kernel versions >= 746f316b753a83e366bfc5f936cbf0d72d1c2d1d, < b3265b88e83b16c7be762fa5fb7e0632bce0002c. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The Kernel package is an essential component of the Linux operating system, responsible for managing the system's core functionality. It provides low-level services, including device drivers, memory management, and process scheduling. The usb: chipidea: ci_hdrc_imx module within the Kernel package is specifically designed for handling USB communication on i.MX platforms. This vulnerability affects the ci_hdrc_imx module and its interaction with 'phys' phandle.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the usb: chipidea: ci_hdrc_imx module arises from a failure to properly search for the 'phys' phandle. This oversight can potentially lead to security vulnerabilities, although the actual impact and attack plausibility have not been proven yet. The vulnerability was introduced in version v5.8 of the Linux Kernel by commit 746f316b753a83e366bfc5f936cbf0d72d1c2d1d and has been fixed in version v5.10.73 by commit b3265b88e83b16c7be762fa5fb7e0632bce0002c.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
No specific workaround has been provided for this vulnerability.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the usb: chipidea: ci_hdrc_imx module in the Kernel package is vulnerable to a 'phys' phandle search issue. Although the actual impact and attack plausibility have not been proven, it is recommended to update the Kernel package to version v5.10.73 or later as a precautionary measure. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The impact of this vulnerability is currently unknown as no specific attack scenarios have been identified. However, it is important to apply the fix as a precautionary measure.
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The remote exploitability of this vulnerability has not been determined yet. It is advisable to update the Kernel package to the latest version to mitigate any potential risks.
The only known mitigation for this vulnerability is to update the Kernel package to version v5.10.73 or later.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the GSD-2021-1001632 JSON file available at https://github.com/cloudsecurityalliance/gsd-database/blob/main/2021/1001xxx/GSD-2021-1001632.json.
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