iavf: Don't Clear a Lock We Don't Hold

Kernel Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

29/11/2021

Disclosed on

N/A

Severity

No i

Fix available

Unrated

Severity

Not published

CVSS Score

GSD-2021-1002323: iavf: don't clear a lock we don't hold. Affects Kernel versions >= 640a8af5841fd66a26e26f5b9fb5476a3755852a, < c3db4fffb364ac7bf602de115afe69c32a46383c. No fix is published. How to fix ↓

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Background

The iavf package is a component of the Linux Kernel, which is responsible for providing support for Intel Ethernet Adaptive Virtual Function (AVF) devices. AVF devices are used for virtualization and network acceleration purposes. The iavf package contains the necessary drivers and modules to enable the functionality of AVF devices in the Linux operating system.

Vulnerability Detail

The identified vulnerability in the iavf package involves the improper clearing of a lock that is not held by the current process. This vulnerability was introduced in version v4.17 of the Linux Kernel and was fixed in version v5.15.5. The impact and attack plausibility of this vulnerability have not been proven yet. However, if successfully exploited, it could potentially lead to security breaches or system instability.

How To Fix

No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.

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Workaround

There is no specific workaround provided for this vulnerability. It is advised to apply the fix mentioned in the 'how_to_fix' section.

Conclusion

The iavf package in the Linux Kernel is vulnerable to a flaw that involves the improper clearing of a lock. This vulnerability can potentially lead to security breaches or system instability. To mitigate the risk, it is crucial to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.15.5 or later. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.

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