F5-K000140987: High severity f5 traffix systems signaling delivery controller vulnerability
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: net: fix dstnegativeadvice() race dstnegativeadvice() does not enforce proper RCU rules when sk->dstcache must be cleared, leading to possible UAF. RCU rules are that we must first clear sk->skdstcache, then call dstrelease(olddst). Note that skdstreset(sk) is implementing this protocol correctly, while dstnegativeadvice() uses the wrong order. Given that ip6negativeadvice() has special logic against RTFCACHE, this means each of the three ->negativeadvice() existing methods must perform the skdstreset() themselves. Note the check against NULL dst is centralized in dstnegativeadvice(), there is no need to duplicate it in various callbacks. Many thanks to Clement Lecigne for tracking this issue. This old bug became visible after the blamed commit, using UDP sockets.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of F5-K000140987?
F5-K000140987 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix F5-K000140987?
To fix F5-K000140987, upgrade to the patched version of F5 Traffix SDC 5.2.0 or later.
What type of vulnerability is F5-K000140987?
F5-K000140987 is a race condition vulnerability in the Linux kernel related to improper RCU rules.
What systems are affected by F5-K000140987?
F5-K000140987 affects the F5 Traffix Systems Signaling Delivery Controller version 5.2.0.
What could happen if F5-K000140987 is exploited?
Exploitation of F5-K000140987 could lead to a use-after-free condition, potentially resulting in system instability.