Memory Leak Vulnerability in iio: accel: kxcjk-1013
Summary
GSD-2021-1002405: iio: accel: kxcjk-1013: Fix possible memory leak in probe and remove. Affects Kernel versions >= a25691c1f9674090fb66586cf4c5d60d3efdf339, < 3899700ddacbf7aaafadf44464fff3ff0d4e3307. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The iio: accel: kxcjk-1013 is a component of the Linux Kernel that handles the accelerometer functionality. It provides the necessary drivers and interfaces for applications to interact with the accelerometer sensor. The vulnerability in this component can lead to a memory leak issue, which can have various implications on system performance and stability.
Vulnerability Detail
The memory leak vulnerability in iio: accel: kxcjk-1013 arises due to improper memory management in the probe and remove functions. When the component is initialized or removed, there is a possibility of memory not being properly freed, leading to a gradual accumulation of memory over time. This can result in resource exhaustion, system slowdown, and potential denial-of-service attacks. The vulnerability was introduced in version v4.2 of the Linux Kernel and has been fixed in version v4.14.258.
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 essential to apply the fix by updating the Linux Kernel to the recommended version.
Conclusion
The memory leak vulnerability in iio: accel: kxcjk-1013 can have significant implications on system performance and stability. It is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to version v4.14.258 or later to address this vulnerability. No specific workaround is available, and it is crucial to apply the fix to mitigate potential risks. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The vulnerability can lead to a memory leak, causing resource exhaustion, system slowdown, and potential denial-of-service attacks.
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While the exact attack vectors are not proven, a memory leak vulnerability can potentially be exploited remotely to exhaust system resources and disrupt the target system's functionality.
There are no known instances of this vulnerability being actively exploited in the wild. However, it is crucial to apply the fix to mitigate any potential risks.
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