Memory Leak Vulnerability in media: zr364xx
Summary
UVI-2021-1001463: media: zr364xx: fix memory leak in zr364xx_start_readpipe. Affects Kernel versions >= ccbf035ae5de4c535160fc99f73feb44cc55b534, < bbc80a972a3c5d7eba3f6c9c07af8fea42f5c513. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The media: zr364xx package is a component of the Linux Kernel, which is responsible for handling media devices. It provides support for the ZR364xx-based USB webcams. These webcams are commonly used for video capture and streaming applications. However, a memory leak vulnerability has been discovered in the zr364xx_start_readpipe function of the media: zr364xx package.
Vulnerability Detail
The memory leak vulnerability in the zr364xx_start_readpipe function allows an attacker to cause a memory leak by repeatedly calling this function without properly releasing the allocated memory. This can lead to a gradual depletion of system resources, potentially resulting in a denial-of-service condition. The vulnerability was introduced in version v2.6.32 of the Linux Kernel and has been fixed in version v4.9.276.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
There is no specific workaround available for this vulnerability. The recommended solution is to update the Linux Kernel to the latest version.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the memory leak vulnerability in the media: zr364xx package of the Linux Kernel can be mitigated by updating the kernel to version v4.9.276 or later. This vulnerability can lead to a gradual depletion of system resources, potentially causing a denial-of-service condition. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The media: zr364xx package is a component of the Linux Kernel that provides support for ZR364xx-based USB webcams.
The memory leak vulnerability in the zr364xx_start_readpipe function can lead to a gradual depletion of system resources, potentially resulting in a denial-of-service condition.
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Yes, the memory leak vulnerability in the media: zr364xx package has been fixed in version v4.9.276 of the Linux Kernel. It is recommended to update the kernel to this version or later.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the Open Source Vulnerability database maintained by the Cloud Security Alliance. The specific vulnerability ID is UVI-2021-1001463.
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