GSD-2021-1002255 scsi: lpfc: Fix list_add() corruption in lpfc_drain_txq()
A list corruption vulnerability in the Linux Kernel lpfc driver allows local attackers to cause denial of service or potentially execute code.
- 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-2021-1002255?
GSD-2021-1002255 is a memory corruption 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
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 v4.19.218 by commit b291d147d0268e93ad866f8bc820ea14497abc9b. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2021-1002255?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2021-1002255?
No fix has been published for GSD-2021-1002255 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-2021-1002255 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2021-1002255 in the wild and no public exploit code.