GSD-2022-1002973 net/mlx5e: Disable softirq in mlx5e_activate_rq to avoid race condition
A race condition in the Linux kernel's mlx5e driver can lead to system instability or denial of service, requiring a kernel patch.
- 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-2022-1002973?
GSD-2022-1002973 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 28 Jun 2022. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
net/mlx5e: Disable softirq in mlx5e_activate_rq to avoid race condition
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 v5.17.15 by commit bea6bd8dadb7803a15414539d412cb0cb66f90cd, it was introduced in version v4.7 by commit bc77b240b3c57236cdcc08d64ca390655d3a16ff. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1002973?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1002973?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1002973 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1002973 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1002973 in the wild and no public exploit code.