Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-52658: Revert "net/mlx5: Block entering switchdev mode with ns inconsistency"

First published: Fri May 17 2024(Updated: )

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: Revert "net/mlx5: Block entering switchdev mode with ns inconsistency" This reverts commit 662404b24a4c4d839839ed25e3097571f5938b9b. The revert is required due to the suspicion it is not good for anything and cause crash.

Credit: 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
redhat/kernel<6.6.22
6.6.22
redhat/kernel<6.7.10
6.7.10
redhat/kernel<6.8
6.8
IBM Security Verify Governance - Identity Manager<=ISVG 10.0.2
IBM Security Verify Governance, Identity Manager Software Stack<=ISVG 10.0.2
IBM Security Verify Governance, Identity Manager Virtual Appliance<=ISVG 10.0.2
IBM Security Verify Governance Identity Manager Container<=ISVG 10.0.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-52658?

    CVE-2023-52658 has been classified as a low severity vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-52658?

    To mitigate CVE-2023-52658, upgrade the kernel to version 6.6.22, 6.7.10, or higher if you're using affected versions.

  • Which systems are affected by CVE-2023-52658?

    CVE-2023-52658 affects specific versions of the Linux kernel as well as IBM Security Verify Governance products up to version ISVG 10.0.2.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-52658?

    No official workaround is provided for CVE-2023-52658; updating to the latest kernel version is recommended.

  • What does the revert mentioned in CVE-2023-52658 imply?

    The revert in CVE-2023-52658 indicates that a previously made change to the Linux kernel has been reversed due to concerns about its efficacy.

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