Deadlock on Frequency Set in iio: adis16475
Summary
GSD-2021-1001908: iio: adis16475: fix deadlock on frequency set. Affects Kernel versions >= 39c024b51b5607e9d2fc6c04c2573e4a778c728d, < 04e03b907022ebd876f422f17efcc2c6cc934dc6. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The iio: adis16475 is a driver in the Linux Kernel that provides support for the Analog Devices ADIS16475 IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit). This driver allows users to access and control the functionality of the ADIS16475 sensor through the Industrial I/O (IIO) subsystem. The ADIS16475 IMU is commonly used in various applications, including robotics, drones, and motion tracking systems.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability identified in the iio: adis16475 driver is a deadlock issue that occurs when setting the frequency of the sensor. This deadlock can lead to a system freeze or unresponsiveness, potentially impacting the stability and reliability of the affected system. The vulnerability was introduced in Linux Kernel version v5.13 by commit 39c024b51b5607e9d2fc6c04c2573e4a778c728d and was fixed in version v5.14.14 by commit 04e03b907022ebd876f422f17efcc2c6cc934dc6.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is recommended to apply the fix by updating the Linux Kernel as mentioned in the 'how_to_fix' section.
Conclusion
The iio: adis16475 driver in the Linux Kernel is vulnerable to a deadlock issue when setting the frequency of the ADIS16475 sensor. This vulnerability can lead to system freezes or unresponsiveness. To mitigate this vulnerability, it is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.14.14 or later. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The vulnerability can cause a deadlock when setting the frequency of the ADIS16475 sensor, resulting in a system freeze or unresponsiveness.
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There are no known exploits for this vulnerability at the time of this report. However, it is important to apply the fix as soon as possible to mitigate any potential risks.
While it is technically possible to manually patch the iio: adis16475 driver, it is recommended to update the entire Linux Kernel to the fixed version. Manually patching the driver may introduce other issues or conflicts with the Kernel.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the Open Source Vulnerability Database (OSVDB) entry with ID GSD-2021-1001908: https://github.com/cloudsecurityalliance/gsd-database/blob/main/2021/1001xxx/GSD-2021-1001908.json
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