Vulnerability in Kernel package: media: stk1160
Summary
GSD-2022-1002259: media: stk1160: If start stream fails, return buffers with VB2_BUF_STATE_QUEUED. Affects Kernel versions >= 8ac456495a33d9466076fea94594181ceefb76d9, < 3cc050df73e3d973f1870a8dc0e177e77670bc7f. 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 provides essential services and interfaces for hardware, software, and user applications. The media: stk1160 driver is a part of the Kernel package and is used for handling video capture devices based on the Syntek Semiconductor STK1160 chip. This vulnerability affects the media: stk1160 driver and can potentially be exploited by attackers.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the media: stk1160 driver occurs when the start stream operation fails. In such cases, the driver does not properly handle the return of video buffers, leaving them in a queued state (VB2_BUF_STATE_QUEUED). This can lead to various issues, including resource leaks, memory corruption, and potential privilege escalation. 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.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the media: stk1160 driver in the Kernel package has a vulnerability that can result in resource leaks, memory corruption, and potential privilege escalation. It is recommended to update the Linux Kernel package to version v5.4.189 or later to fix this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can reach out to DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The impact of this vulnerability can vary, but it may lead to resource leaks, memory corruption, and potential privilege escalation.
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No known exploit for this vulnerability has been reported at this time.
This vulnerability specifically affects the media: stk1160 driver in the Kernel package. No other packages or components are mentioned as being impacted.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the Open Source Vulnerability Database (OSVDB) entry: https://github.com/cloudsecurityalliance/gsd-database/blob/main/2022/1002xxx/GSD-2022-1002259.json
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