Suppress a kernel complaint in qla_create_qpair() in Kernel
Summary
GSD-2022-1001766: scsi: qla2xxx: Suppress a kernel complaint in qla_create_qpair(). Affects Kernel versions < 9c33d49ab9f3d8bd7512b3070cd2f07c4a8849d5. 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 supporting QLogic Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapters (HBAs) in the Kernel. These HBAs enable communication between servers and storage devices over Fibre Channel networks.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability identified as GSD-2022-1001766 affects the qla2xxx driver in the Kernel. In the qla_create_qpair() function, a kernel complaint is suppressed. The exact nature and impact of this vulnerability have not been proven yet. However, it is important to address this issue to ensure the stability and security of the system. The vulnerability has been fixed in Linux Kernel version v5.15.33 by commit 9c33d49ab9f3d8bd7512b3070cd2f07c4a8849d5.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
No workaround has been provided for this vulnerability.
Conclusion
The vulnerability in the qla2xxx driver in the Kernel, which suppresses a kernel complaint in qla_create_qpair(), has been identified and fixed in Linux Kernel version v5.15.33. It is crucial to update the Kernel to this version or later to ensure the stability and security of the system. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The exact impact of this vulnerability is not yet known. However, it is important to address it to maintain the stability and security of the system.
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Yes, a patch has been released in Linux Kernel version v5.15.33. It is recommended to update the Kernel to this version or later to fix the vulnerability.
No workaround has been provided for this vulnerability. It is recommended to update the Kernel to the fixed version.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the GSD-2022-1001766 JSON file available in the GSD database (https://github.com/cloudsecurityalliance/gsd-database).
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