CVE-2021-46917

dmaengine: idxd: fix wq cleanup of WQCFG registers

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: dmaengine: idxd: fix wq cleanup of WQCFG registers A pre-release silicon erratum workaround where wq reset does not clear WQCFG registers was leaked into upstream code. Use wq reset command instead of blasting the MMIO region. This also address an issue where we clobber registers in future devices.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.01%
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-46917?
CVE-2021-46917 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-46917?
To fix CVE-2021-46917, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-46917 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-46917 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-46917?
CVE-2021-46917 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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