Race Condition Vulnerability in IB/rdmavt Package
Summary
GSD-2022-1001979: IB/rdmavt: add lock to call to rvt_error_qp to prevent a race condition. Affects Kernel versions >= d757c60eca9b22f4d108929a24401e0fdecda0b1, < 43c2d7890ecabe527448a6c391fb2d9a5e6bbfe0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The IB/rdmavt package is a component of the Linux Kernel, which is responsible for handling InfiniBand (IB) and RoCE (RDMA over Converged Ethernet) devices. It provides the necessary drivers and protocols for efficient communication between these devices and the operating system. The package is widely used in high-performance computing and data center environments.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability identified as GSD-2022-1001979 in the IB/rdmavt package is a race condition that occurs when calling the rvt_error_qp function. This race condition can lead to unexpected behavior and potential security risks. An attacker may be able to exploit this vulnerability to gain unauthorized access, escalate privileges, or cause a denial-of-service (DoS) condition. The vulnerability was introduced in version v5.1 of the Linux Kernel and has been fixed in version v5.10.111.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
No specific workaround has been mentioned for this vulnerability.
Conclusion
The race condition vulnerability in the IB/rdmavt package of the Linux Kernel can pose significant security risks if left unaddressed. It is crucial to update the kernel to version v5.10.111 or later to mitigate the vulnerability. For further support and assistance in vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The vulnerability can potentially be exploited by attackers to gain unauthorized access, escalate privileges, or cause a denial-of-service (DoS) condition.
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Yes, a patch has been released in version v5.10.111 of the Linux Kernel. It is recommended to update to this version or later to fix the vulnerability.
Yes, this vulnerability can potentially be exploited remotely if the affected system is accessible over a network.
There are no known instances of this vulnerability being exploited in the wild at the time of this report.
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