REDHAT-BUG-1925588: Race Condition

Published Feb 5, 2021
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Updated

A vulnerability was found in Linux Kernel, where race conditions caused by wrong locking in net/vmwvsock/afvsock.c

Upstream patch:

https://git.kernel.org/pub/scm/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=c518adafa39f37858697ac9309c6cf1805581446

Affected Software

1 affected component
Linux Kernel

Event History

Feb 5, 2021
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·03:55 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1925588?

The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1925588 is classified as significant due to potential race conditions impacting the Linux Kernel.

2

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1925588?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-1925588, apply the latest kernel patches that address the locking issues in the affected version.

3

Which Linux Kernel versions are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1925588?

REDHAT-BUG-1925588 affects multiple Linux Kernel versions, particularly where the incorrect locking in net/vmw_vsock/af_vsock.c exists.

4

Is there an exploit for REDHAT-BUG-1925588?

As of now, there have been no publicly disclosed exploits specifically for REDHAT-BUG-1925588, but caution is advised.

5

What components of the Linux Kernel does REDHAT-BUG-1925588 impact?

REDHAT-BUG-1925588 impacts the vmw_vsock component of the Linux Kernel, particularly related to network virtualization.

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