Vulnerability in drm/i915 Package: Fix Crash in auto_retire
Summary
UVI-2021-1000311: drm/i915: Fix crash in auto_retire. Affects Kernel versions >= 229007e02d697b0662f85378aae53531b0dfea05, < 805c990a9c54b9451d3daff640b850909c31ab9d. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The drm/i915 package is a component of the Linux Kernel that provides support for Intel integrated graphics devices. It is responsible for managing display and rendering operations on these devices. The auto_retire function within the package is responsible for handling the retirement of GPU requests. However, a vulnerability has been identified in this function that can lead to a system crash.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the auto_retire function of the drm/i915 package allows for a crash to occur in the system. This vulnerability was introduced in version v5.8 of the Linux Kernel and has been fixed in version v5.10.38. The impact and attack plausibility of this vulnerability have not been proven yet. The exact technical details and potential ramifications of this vulnerability are not provided in the available information.
How To Fix
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Workaround
No specific workaround has been mentioned for this vulnerability.
Conclusion
In conclusion, a vulnerability has been identified in the drm/i915 package of the Linux Kernel, specifically in the auto_retire function. This vulnerability can lead to system crashes. It is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.10.38 or later to fix this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can reach out to DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The impact of this vulnerability is not specified in the available information. It is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to mitigate any potential risks.
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The available information is limited to the vulnerability ID, its fix status, and the affected package. For more detailed technical information, it is recommended to refer to the references provided in the vulnerability details.
You can find more information about the Linux Kernel updates, including release notes and changelogs, on the official Linux Kernel repository at https://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/stable/linux.git/.
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