Vulnerability in Kernel Package: ice: fix vsi->txq_map sizing
Summary
GSD-2021-1002473: ice: fix vsi->txq_map sizing. Affects Kernel versions >= efc2214b6047b6f5b4ca53151eba62521b9452d6, < 1eb5395add786613c7c5579d3947aa0b8f0ec241. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The Kernel package is a critical component of the Linux operating system, responsible for managing the system's core functionality. It provides essential services such as process management, memory management, and device drivers. The vulnerability in question affects the 'ice' driver within the Kernel package, specifically related to the sizing of the 'vsi->txq_map' data structure.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability arises from an issue in the sizing of the 'vsi->txq_map' data structure within the 'ice' driver. This flaw was introduced in version v5.5 of the Linux Kernel by commit efc2214b6047b6f5b4ca53151eba62521b9452d6 and was fixed in version v5.10.83 by commit 1eb5395add786613c7c5579d3947aa0b8f0ec241. The impact and attack plausibility of this vulnerability have not been proven yet. However, if 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
No specific workaround has been provided for this vulnerability.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the 'ice: fix vsi->txq_map sizing' vulnerability in the Kernel package poses a potential risk to system security and stability. It is recommended to update the Linux Kernel package to version v5.10.83 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 currently unknown. However, if exploited, it could potentially lead to security breaches or system instability.
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There are no known instances of this vulnerability being exploited at the moment.
Yes, a patch for this vulnerability is available in version v5.10.83 of the Linux Kernel.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the GSD-2021-1002473 JSON file available at https://github.com/cloudsecurityalliance/gsd-database/blob/main/2021/1002xxx/GSD-2021-1002473.json
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