Vulnerability in drm/meson Package: Shutdown Crash When Component Not Probed
Summary
UVI-2021-1000656: drm/meson: fix shutdown crash when component not probed. Affects Kernel versions >= 8fbbf2b3849419e31731902d7478b0c934732632, < e256a0eb43e17209e347409a80805b1659398d68. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The drm/meson package is a component of the Linux Kernel, which is responsible for managing display and graphics functionality. It provides support for various display controllers and GPUs. The vulnerability in question arises when a component within the drm/meson package is not probed during shutdown, leading to a crash. This vulnerability can potentially impact systems running the affected versions of the Linux Kernel.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability occurs due to a flaw in the drm/meson package, specifically in the shutdown process when a component is not probed. This can result in a crash during shutdown, potentially causing system instability or disruption. The vulnerability was introduced in version v4.19.181 of the Linux Kernel and has been fixed in version v4.19.193.
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 vulnerability in the drm/meson package of the Linux Kernel can lead to a crash during shutdown when a component is not probed. It is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to version v4.19.193 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. For further support and assistance with vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The vulnerability can lead to a crash during shutdown, potentially causing system instability or disruption.
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At the time of this report, there is no known exploit for this vulnerability. However, it is still recommended to apply the fix to ensure system security.
Patching this vulnerability manually without updating the entire Linux Kernel may not be feasible or recommended. It is best to update to the fixed version provided by the Linux Kernel developers.
You can refer to the vulnerability details in the Open Source Vulnerability format provided by the Cloud Security Alliance's GSD database. The details can be found at the following source: https://github.com/cloudsecurityalliance/gsd-database/blob/main/2021/1000xxx/UVI-2021-1000656.json
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