QID 198772

Date Published: 2022-05-05

QID 198772: Ubuntu Security Notification for DPDK Vulnerabilities (USN-5401-1)

Dpdk incorrectly checked certain payloads.
Dpdk incorrectly handled inflight type messages.

Anattacker could use this issue to cause dpdk to crash, resulting in a denialof service, or possibly execute arbitrary code.
Anattacker could possibly use this issue to cause dpdk to consume resources,leading to a denial of service.

  • CVSS V3 rated as Critical - 8.6 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 5.4 severity.
  • Solution
    Refer to Ubuntu security advisory USN-5401-1 for updates and patch information.
    Vendor References

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    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    USN-5401-1 Ubuntu Linux URL Logo ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-5401-1