GSD-2021-1002253 usb: typec: tipd: Remove WARN_ON in tps6598x_block_read
A kernel warning in the USB Type-C driver could lead to a denial of service, requiring a kernel patch to resolve.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2021-1002253?
GSD-2021-1002253 is a denial of service vulnerability in Kernel, published on 29 Nov 2021. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
usb: typec: tipd: Remove WARN_ON in tps6598x_block_read
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 v4.19.218 by commit 2a897d384513ba7f7ef05611338b9a6ec6aeac00. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2021-1002253?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2021-1002253?
No fix has been published for GSD-2021-1002253 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
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Is GSD-2021-1002253 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2021-1002253 in the wild and no public exploit code.