Array Index Out of Bound Exception in scsi: libfc
Summary
UVI-2021-1001149: scsi: libfc: Fix array index out of bound exception. Affects Kernel versions < 8511293e643a18b248510ae5734e4f360754348c. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The scsi: libfc is a component of the Linux Kernel, which is responsible for handling Fibre Channel (FC) transport protocol. It provides a set of functions and data structures for FC fabric login and logout operations. The vulnerability in scsi: libfc arises from an array index out of bound exception, which can lead to potential security risks.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in scsi: libfc is caused by an array index out of bound exception. This occurs when the code attempts to access an array element using an index that is outside the bounds of the array. In this specific case, the vulnerability has the potential to be exploited by an attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (DoS) condition. The impact and attack plausibility of this vulnerability have not been proven yet.
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. However, applying the recommended fix by updating the Linux Kernel to the latest version will mitigate the vulnerability.
Conclusion
The vulnerability in scsi: libfc, caused by an array index out of bound exception, can be mitigated by updating the Linux Kernel to version v5.13.5 or later. This fix addresses the vulnerability and reduces the risk of potential security issues. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
scsi: libfc is a component of the Linux Kernel that handles Fibre Channel (FC) transport protocol. It provides functions and data structures for FC fabric login and logout operations.
An array index out of bound exception occurs when the code attempts to access an array element using an index that is outside the bounds of the array. It can lead to unexpected behavior or security vulnerabilities.
The potential risks of this vulnerability include the execution of arbitrary code by an attacker or causing a denial of service (DoS) condition.
No, the impact and attack plausibility of this vulnerability have not been proven yet.
To fix this vulnerability, it is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.13.5 or later.
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