RHSA-2023:0168: Important: dpdk security update
The dpdk packages provide the Data Plane Development Kit, which is a set of libraries and drivers for fast packet processing in the user space.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 vulnerability ID for the DPDK DoS issue?
The vulnerability ID for the DPDK DoS issue is RHSA-2023:0168.
What is the severity of RHSA-2023:0168?
RHSA-2023:0168 is classified as important due to the potential for denial-of-service attacks.
How do I fix the vulnerability identified by RHSA-2023:0168?
To fix the vulnerability identified by RHSA-2023:0168, upgrade to the dpdk package version 18.11.2-5.el8_1 or later.
What component is affected by the vulnerability RHSA-2023:0168?
The vulnerability RHSA-2023:0168 affects the Data Plane Development Kit (DPDK) packages.
What threat does CVE-2022-2132 associated with RHSA-2023:0168 pose?
CVE-2022-2132 associated with RHSA-2023:0168 poses a threat of denial-of-service when a Vhost header crosses more than two descriptors.