Fix crash in error case in scsi: myrs package
Summary
GSD-2022-1000495: scsi: myrs: Fix crash in error case. Affects Kernel versions < 1d6cd26605b4d662063a83c15c776b5299a1cb23. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The scsi: myrs package is a component of the Linux Kernel, which is responsible for handling SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) devices. It provides support for the Myricom Myri-10G Ethernet adapters. These adapters are used for high-performance networking applications. The scsi: myrs package allows the Linux Kernel to communicate with these adapters and manage their operations.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability identified in the scsi: myrs package can lead to a crash in certain error cases. When encountering specific error conditions, the package fails to handle them properly, resulting in a crash. This crash can potentially disrupt the normal functioning of the system and may lead to a denial-of-service situation. The vulnerability has been addressed in the Linux Kernel version v5.16.10 by commit 1d6cd26605b4d662063a83c15c776b5299a1cb23.
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. The recommended approach is to apply the fix by updating the Linux Kernel to the patched version.
Conclusion
The scsi: myrs package in the Linux Kernel has been found to have a vulnerability that can result in a crash in certain error cases. This vulnerability has been addressed in the Linux Kernel version v5.16.10 by commit 1d6cd26605b4d662063a83c15c776b5299a1cb23. To mitigate the risk, it is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to the patched version. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can reach out to DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The scsi: myrs package is a component of the Linux Kernel that provides support for Myricom Myri-10G Ethernet adapters, used for high-performance networking applications.
The vulnerability can lead to a crash in certain error cases, potentially causing a denial-of-service situation.
To fix this vulnerability, update the Linux Kernel to version v5.16.10 or later.
The updated Linux Kernel source code can be obtained from the official Linux Kernel repository: https://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/stable/linux.git/
Yes, you can wait for your Linux distribution to provide an updated package that includes the fix.
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