Fix abort command id in nvme-pci
Summary
GSD-2021-1001907: nvme-pci: Fix abort command id. Affects Kernel versions >= 5c08d027f13644aa32588cc6b242833fa0989a95, < 5ccd69157a9a043f1fbcf7d6a09bcb7829b845aa. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The nvme-pci package is a driver for NVMe devices connected via the PCI bus in the Linux Kernel. NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) is a protocol designed for accessing solid-state drives (SSDs) over a PCI Express (PCIe) bus. The nvme-pci driver provides support for managing and communicating with NVMe devices connected to the system via the PCI bus.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in nvme-pci involves an issue with the abort command id. The specific details of the vulnerability have not been disclosed, but it is classified as a potential security vulnerability. The impact and attack plausibility have not been proven yet. The vulnerability was introduced in version v5.14.6 of the Linux Kernel and was fixed in version v5.14.14. Further technical details and references can be found in the provided links.
How To Fix
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Workaround
No specific workaround has been provided for this vulnerability.
Conclusion
The nvme-pci package in the Linux Kernel has a vulnerability related to the abort command id. The impact and attack plausibility of this vulnerability have not been proven yet. It is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.14.14 or later to fix this vulnerability. For more information and support, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
nvme-pci is a driver for NVMe devices connected via the PCI bus in the Linux Kernel. It provides support for managing and communicating with NVMe devices over the PCI Express bus.
The impact of this vulnerability is currently unknown as the attack plausibility has not been proven. However, it is classified as a potential security vulnerability.
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To fix this vulnerability, you should update your Linux Kernel to version v5.14.14 or later. This update includes the necessary fix for the vulnerability.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the provided links and references. Additionally, you can reach out to info@devnack.com for further support on vulnerability remediation.
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