Vulnerability in ARM: socfpga Package - Crash with CONFIG_FORTIRY_SOURCE
Summary
GSD-2021-1002410: ARM: socfpga: Fix crash with CONFIG_FORTIRY_SOURCE. Affects Kernel versions >= 9c4566a117a6fe404a0e49b27ac71b631945a70f, < 33712bc6482ef9e4ac13835ebe20f77b4984a8aa. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The ARM: socfpga package is a component of the Linux Kernel, which is responsible for supporting ARM-based systems using the socfpga architecture. It provides necessary drivers and functionalities for these systems to operate efficiently. However, a vulnerability has been discovered in this package that can lead to a crash when the CONFIG_FORTIRY_SOURCE configuration is enabled.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the ARM: socfpga package arises from a flaw in the implementation of CONFIG_FORTIRY_SOURCE. When this configuration is enabled, it triggers a crash in the system. The impact and attack plausibility of this vulnerability have not been proven yet. It is important to note that this vulnerability is fixed in Linux Kernel version v4.19.219 by commit 33712bc6482ef9e4ac13835ebe20f77b4984a8aa. However, it was introduced in version v3.8 by commit 9c4566a117a6fe404a0e49b27ac71b631945a70f.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the ARM: socfpga package in the Linux Kernel is vulnerable to a crash when the CONFIG_FORTIRY_SOURCE configuration is enabled. It is crucial to update the Linux Kernel to version v4.19.219 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The impact of this vulnerability is a system crash when the CONFIG_FORTIRY_SOURCE configuration is enabled.
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Yes, the vulnerability is fixed in Linux Kernel version v4.19.219 or later. Updating to this version will address the issue.
There are no specific temporary measures mentioned for this vulnerability. It is recommended to update to the fixed version of the Linux Kernel as soon as possible.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the GSD-2021-1002410 entry of the GSD Database maintained by the Cloud Security Alliance. The link to the specific entry is provided in the references section.
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