Vulnerability in usb: musb: dsps Package - Probe Error Path
Summary
GSD-2021-1001830: usb: musb: dsps: Fix the probe error path. Affects Kernel versions >= 9a4a6805294fa7d2653e82972bdaf9e3e1f3d3c9, < 9ab5d539bc975b8dcde86eca1b58d836b657732e. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The usb: musb: dsps package is a component of the Linux Kernel, which is responsible for handling USB functionality. It provides support for the musb (Multi-Function USB) controller driver. The musb driver allows communication between USB devices and the Linux operating system. This vulnerability specifically affects the probe error path in the dsps module of the musb driver.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the usb: musb: dsps package's probe error path can lead to potential security issues. Although the impact and attack plausibility have not been proven, it is essential to address this vulnerability to ensure the security of the system. The vulnerability was introduced in version v5.4.148 of the Linux Kernel and fixed in version v5.4.155. The exact details of the vulnerability and its potential ramifications are not provided in the available information.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Conclusion
The vulnerability in the usb: musb: dsps package's probe error path can pose potential security risks. It is crucial to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.4.155 or later to address this vulnerability and ensure the security of the system. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can reach out to DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The usb: musb: dsps package is a component of the Linux Kernel that handles USB functionality. It provides support for the musb (Multi-Function USB) controller driver, allowing communication between USB devices and the Linux operating system.
The exact impact of this vulnerability is not provided in the available information. However, it is important to address the vulnerability to ensure the security of the system.
To fix this vulnerability, it is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.4.155 or later. This update includes the necessary patch to address the probe error path issue in the usb: musb: dsps package.
No specific workaround is mentioned in the available information. It is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to the latest version to mitigate the vulnerability.
For more information about this vulnerability, you can refer to the provided references link and the source link in the database_specific section of the vulnerability details.
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