PT-2021-25775 · Linux · Linux Kernel
Published
2021-08-03
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Updated
2021-08-03
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Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions
Linux Kernel versions prior to v5.4.136
Description
The issue is related to an out-of-bounds bug in the
ngene command config free buf() function. The actual impact and attack plausibility have not yet been proven. It was introduced in version v2.6.34 and fixed in Linux Kernel version v5.4.136.Recommendations
For Linux Kernel versions prior to v5.4.136, update to version v5.4.136 or later to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the
ngene command config free buf() function until a patch is available. Found an issue in the description? Have something to add? Feel free to write us 👾
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Affected Products
Linux Kernel