Vulnerability in Kernel: scsi: target: iscsi: Make sure the np under each tpg is unique

Kernel Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

27/02/2022

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Not published

CVSS Score

GSD-2022-1000300: scsi: target: iscsi: Make sure the np under each tpg is unique. Affects Kernel versions < aeaf67314e4e57df8aff636979a57b5a828a6451. No fix is published. How to fix ↓

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Background

The Kernel is a critical component of the Linux operating system that manages the system's core functions, including hardware communication and process management. It provides an interface between the hardware and software layers, allowing applications to interact with the underlying system resources. The scsi target subsystem within the Kernel enables the implementation of SCSI target devices, including iSCSI (Internet Small Computer System Interface) targets. iSCSI is a protocol that allows SCSI commands to be transmitted over IP networks. The vulnerability identified in the scsi target subsystem relates to the uniqueness of the np (network portal) under each tpg (target portal group).

Vulnerability Detail

The vulnerability arises from a lack of uniqueness in the np under each tpg in the iscsi implementation of the scsi target subsystem. This could potentially lead to various security issues, such as unauthorized access, data leakage, or denial of service attacks. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information or disrupt the normal functioning of the system. The vulnerability has been addressed in the Linux Kernel version v4.14.267 by commit aeaf67314e4e57df8aff636979a57b5a828a6451.

How To Fix

No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.

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Workaround

No specific workaround has been mentioned for this vulnerability. It is advised to apply the fix by updating the Linux Kernel as mentioned in the 'how_to_fix' section.

Conclusion

The vulnerability in the Kernel's scsi target subsystem related to the uniqueness of the np under each tpg in the iscsi implementation has been addressed in the Linux Kernel version v4.14.267. It is crucial to update the Kernel to the fixed version to mitigate the potential security risks associated with this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.

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