RHSA-2023:0172: 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 severity of RHSA-2023:0172?
The severity of RHSA-2023:0172 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2023:0172?
To fix RHSA-2023:0172, update the affected dpdk packages to version 21.11-2.el9_0.
What vulnerability does RHSA-2023:0172 address?
RHSA-2023:0172 addresses a denial-of-service vulnerability (CVE-2022-2132) in dpdk when a Vhost header exceeds two descriptors.
Which versions of dpdk are affected by RHSA-2023:0172?
Versions of dpdk before 21.11-2.el9_0 are affected by RHSA-2023:0172.
What is dpdk in the context of RHSA-2023:0172?
DPDK, or Data Plane Development Kit, is a set of libraries and drivers for fast packet processing in user space.