Vulnerability in Kernel Package: usb: musb: tusb6010
Summary
UVI-2021-1002347: usb: musb: tusb6010: check return value after calling platform_get_resource(). Affects Kernel versions < 06cfb4cb2241e704d72e3045cf4d7dfb567fbce0. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The Kernel package is a fundamental component of the Linux operating system, responsible for managing the system's core functionality. It includes various drivers and modules that enable communication between hardware devices and software. One of these drivers is the musb driver, which handles USB functionality. The tusb6010 module within the musb driver is specifically designed for the Texas Instruments TUSB6010 USB controller. This vulnerability affects the tusb6010 module and its interaction with the platform_get_resource() function.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the tusb6010 module arises from a failure to check the return value after calling the platform_get_resource() function. This omission can lead to potential security vulnerabilities, although the exact impact and attack plausibility have not been proven. It is important to note that this vulnerability has been fixed in the Linux Kernel version v5.15.5 by commit 06cfb4cb2241e704d72e3045cf4d7dfb567fbce0. To mitigate the risk, it is recommended to update the Kernel package to the fixed version.
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. The recommended approach is to update the Kernel package to the fixed version.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Kernel package's tusb6010 module is vulnerable due to a lack of return value checking after calling the platform_get_resource() function. This vulnerability has been fixed in the Linux Kernel version v5.15.5. To mitigate the risk, it is crucial to update the Kernel package to the fixed version. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The Kernel package is a crucial component of the Linux operating system, responsible for managing core system functionality and enabling communication between hardware and software.
The musb driver is a module within the Kernel package that handles USB functionality, allowing devices to connect and communicate with the system.
The tusb6010 module is a specific component of the musb driver, designed for the Texas Instruments TUSB6010 USB controller.
The platform_get_resource() function is a function within the Kernel package that retrieves platform-specific resources, such as memory regions or I/O ports, required by a device driver.
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