RHSA-2022:6384: Important: openvswitch2.13 security update
Open vSwitch provides standard network bridging functions and support forthe OpenFlow protocol for remote per-flow control of traffic.Security Fix(es): dpdk: DoS when a Vhost header crosses more than two descriptors and exhausts all mbufs (CVE-2022-2132) For more details about the security issue(s), including the impact, a CVSS score, acknowledgments, and other related information, refer to the CVE page(s) listed in the References section.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2022:6384?
The severity of RHSA-2022:6384 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2022:6384?
To fix RHSA-2022:6384, you should update to the version 2.13.0-193.2.el8fd of the affected Open vSwitch packages.
What is the vulnerability in RHSA-2022:6384?
The vulnerability in RHSA-2022:6384 is a Denial of Service (DoS) issue caused by a vulnerability in the dpdk component when a Vhost header exceeds two descriptors.
Which packages are affected by RHSA-2022:6384?
The affected packages under RHSA-2022:6384 include openvswitch2.13, network-scripts-openvswitch2.13, and python3-openvswitch2.13.
Is the vulnerability in RHSA-2022:6384 remotely exploitable?
Yes, the vulnerability in RHSA-2022:6384 can be exploited remotely through network traffic.