REDHAT-BUG-2337098: Low severity linux kernel vulnerability
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
scsi: megaraidsas: Fix for a potential deadlock
This fixes a 'possible circular locking dependency detected' warning CPU0 CPU1 ---- ---- lock(&instance->resetmutex); lock(&shost->scanmutex); lock(&instance->resetmutex); lock(&shost->scanmutex);
Fix this by temporarily releasing the resetmutex.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2337098?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2337098 is classified as medium due to potential deadlocks in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2337098?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-2337098, you should update your Linux Kernel to the latest version that includes the patch for this vulnerability.
Which versions of the Linux Kernel are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2337098?
Specific versions of the Linux Kernel that are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2337098 can be found in the relevant release notes from the Linux maintainer.
What components are impacted by REDHAT-BUG-2337098?
REDHAT-BUG-2337098 affects the scsi subsystem of the Linux Kernel, specifically related to megaraid_sas.
Is there a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-2337098?
While upgrading the kernel is the recommended solution for REDHAT-BUG-2337098, temporary mitigations may include limiting interactions that invoke the affected functionality.