Suppress a kernel complaint in qla_create_qpair() in Kernel
Summary
GSD-2022-1001445: scsi: qla2xxx: Suppress a kernel complaint in qla_create_qpair(). Affects Kernel versions < 1ab81d82fb1db7ec4be4b0d04563513e6d4bcdd5. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The Kernel is a crucial component of the Linux operating system that acts as a bridge between the hardware and software layers. It provides essential functionalities and services to enable the proper functioning of the system. The qla2xxx driver is responsible for managing QLogic Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapters (HBAs) in the Kernel. These HBAs facilitate communication between servers and storage devices. However, a vulnerability has been discovered in the qla_create_qpair() function of the qla2xxx driver, which can lead to kernel complaints.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability resides in the qla_create_qpair() function of the qla2xxx driver in the Kernel. When certain conditions are met, the function triggers a kernel complaint. Although the impact and attack plausibility of this vulnerability have not been proven, it is essential to address it to ensure the stability and security of the system. The vulnerability has been fixed in Linux Kernel version v5.16.19 by commit 1ab81d82fb1db7ec4be4b0d04563513e6d4bcdd5.
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.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the qla_create_qpair() function in the qla2xxx driver of the Kernel is vulnerable to triggering kernel complaints. It is recommended to update the Kernel to version v5.16.19 or later to fix this vulnerability. Alternatively, users can manually apply the commit 1ab81d82fb1db7ec4be4b0d04563513e6d4bcdd5 to their Kernel source code. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The impact of this vulnerability is currently unknown as the actual attack plausibility has not been proven. However, it is important to address this vulnerability to ensure the stability and security of the system.
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Yes, a patch is available for this vulnerability in Linux Kernel version v5.16.19. It can be applied by updating the Kernel to this version or manually applying the commit 1ab81d82fb1db7ec4be4b0d04563513e6d4bcdd5 to the Kernel source code.
Updating the Kernel is the recommended approach to mitigate the risk associated with this vulnerability. However, if updating is not feasible, you can consider implementing additional security measures, such as network segmentation and access controls, to reduce the potential impact.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the GSD Database maintained by the Cloud Security Alliance. The specific vulnerability ID is GSD-2022-1001445, and the details can be accessed at the following link: https://github.com/cloudsecurityalliance/gsd-database/blob/main/2022/1001xxx/GSD-2022-1001445.json
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