Refactor Malicious Advertising Data Check in Bluetooth
Summary
GSD-2022-1000096: Bluetooth: refactor malicious adv data check. Affects Kernel versions < 5a539c08d743d9910631448da78af5e961664c0e. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The Bluetooth vulnerability affects the Kernel package in the Linux ecosystem. The Kernel is the core component of the operating system that manages system resources and provides an interface for software to interact with hardware. Bluetooth is a wireless communication technology commonly used for short-range data exchange between devices. This vulnerability specifically targets the malicious advertising data check in the Bluetooth implementation.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the Bluetooth implementation allows for potential security risks. Although the actual impact and attack plausibility have not been proven, it is essential to address this issue to prevent potential exploitation. The vulnerability has been fixed in Linux Kernel version v4.14.265 by commit 5a539c08d743d9910631448da78af5e961664c0e.
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. It is recommended to follow the steps mentioned in the 'how_to_fix' section to update the Kernel and secure the Bluetooth implementation.
Conclusion
The Bluetooth vulnerability in the Kernel package has been addressed in Linux Kernel version v4.14.265. It is crucial to update the Kernel and ensure the Bluetooth implementation is properly configured and secured to mitigate potential security risks. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The actual impact and attack plausibility of this vulnerability have not been proven. However, it is crucial to address it to prevent potential security risks.
To fix the vulnerability, update the Linux Kernel to version v4.14.265 or later and ensure the Bluetooth implementation is properly configured and secured.
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. Updating the Kernel and securing the Bluetooth implementation is the recommended solution.
More details about the fix can be found in the commit 5a539c08d743d9910631448da78af5e961664c0e in the official Linux Kernel repository.
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