GSD-2021-1002243 scsi: lpfc: Fix list_add() corruption in lpfc_drain_txq()
A list corruption bug in the lpfc driver can lead to memory corruption and potential denial of service in the Linux kernel.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not stated
- Attackable
- Not stated
- Victim action needed
- Not stated
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2021-1002243?
GSD-2021-1002243 is a memory corruption vulnerability in Kernel, published on 29 Nov 2021.
Official description
scsi: lpfc: Fix list_add() corruption in lpfc_drain_txq()
This is an automated ID intended to aid in discovery of potential security vulnerabilities. The actual impact and attack plausibility have not yet been proven. This ID is fixed in Linux Kernel version v4.14.256 by commit f05a0191b90156e539cccc189b9d87ca2a4d9305. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2021-1002243?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2021-1002243?
No fix has been published for GSD-2021-1002243 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is GSD-2021-1002243 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2021-1002243 in the wild and no public exploit code.