Fix resource leak in zorro7xx_remove_one() in Kernel
Summary
GSD-2022-1001022: scsi: zorro7xx: Fix a resource leak in zorro7xx_remove_one(). Affects Kernel versions >= 45804fbb00eea27bdf4d62751681228a9e2844e9, < a845c678e094894f38cc9526d212b21933ce44c7. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The Kernel is a crucial component of the Linux operating system that manages system resources and facilitates communication between hardware and software. It provides essential functionalities for the proper functioning of the system. The zorro7xx module in the Kernel is responsible for handling SCSI devices connected via the Zorro bus on Amiga systems.
Vulnerability Detail
The zorro7xx module in the Kernel suffers from a resource leak vulnerability in the zorro7xx_remove_one() function. This vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker to exhaust system resources, leading to a denial-of-service condition. The vulnerability was introduced in version v2.6.23 of the Kernel and has been fixed in version v5.17.3. The specific commit that addresses this issue is a845c678e094894f38cc9526d212b21933ce44c7.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
No workaround has been mentioned for this vulnerability.
Conclusion
The zorro7xx module in the Kernel suffers from a resource leak vulnerability that can be exploited to exhaust system resources. Users are advised to update their Kernel to version v5.17.3 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
This vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker to exhaust system resources, potentially leading to a denial-of-service condition.
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The only effective mitigation for this vulnerability is to update the Kernel to the fixed version.
This vulnerability requires local access to the system in order to be exploited.
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