CVE-2021-47485

IB/qib: Protect from buffer overflow in struct qib_user_sdma_pkt fields

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: IB/qib: Protect from buffer overflow in struct qib_user_sdma_pkt fields Overflowing either addrlimit or bytes_togo can allow userspace to trigger a buffer overflow of kernel memory. Check for overflows in all the places doing math on user controlled buffers.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-47485?
CVE-2021-47485 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-47485?
To fix CVE-2021-47485, 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-2021-47485 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-47485 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-2021-47485?
CVE-2021-47485 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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