Vulnerability in Kernel package: usb: musb: tusb6010
Summary
UVI-2021-1002242: usb: musb: tusb6010: check return value after calling platform_get_resource(). Affects Kernel versions < 28be095eb612a489705d38c210afaf1103c5f4f8. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The Kernel package is a fundamental component of the Linux operating system. It provides the core functionality and interfaces for various hardware devices and software components. The usb: musb: tusb6010 module within the Kernel package is responsible for handling USB communication with the TUSB6010 USB controller. This vulnerability specifically affects the handling of resources obtained through the platform_get_resource() function.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability arises from a failure to check the return value after calling the platform_get_resource() function in the usb: musb: tusb6010 module. This oversight could lead to potential security vulnerabilities, although the exact impact and attack plausibility have not been proven. The vulnerability has been addressed in the Linux Kernel version v4.14.256 by commit 28be095eb612a489705d38c210afaf1103c5f4f8.
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 vulnerability in the Kernel package's usb: musb: tusb6010 module has been addressed in the Linux Kernel version v4.14.256. It is recommended to update the Kernel package to this version or later to mitigate the potential security risks. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The exact impact of this vulnerability is not yet proven. However, it could potentially lead to security vulnerabilities in the USB communication handled by the usb: musb: tusb6010 module.
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There is no known exploit for this vulnerability at the moment. However, it is always recommended to apply security updates promptly to mitigate potential risks.
Yes, you can manually patch the vulnerability by updating the Linux Kernel package to version v4.14.256 or later. Instructions for manual compilation and installation of the updated Kernel version can be found in the official documentation.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the Open Source Vulnerability database maintained by the Cloud Security Alliance. The specific vulnerability entry can be accessed at https://github.com/cloudsecurityalliance/gsd-database/blob/main/2021/1002xxx/UVI-2021-1002242.json.
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