SkyConnect OpenThread Border Router Addon Crash

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Introduction

In this article, we will be discussing a critical issue with the OpenThread Border Router (OTBR) addon in Home Assistant OS. The issue is related to a crash that occurs when the addon is restarted. We will be analyzing the crash report and providing a detailed explanation of the problem.

The Problem

The issue was first noticed when the OTBR addon crashed upon restart. The crash report was generated, and the logs were saved before they were deleted. The crash report is a crucial piece of information that helps us understand the root cause of the problem.

Crash Report

The crash report is a detailed log that provides information about the crash. It includes the following:

  • Platform Information: The platform information section provides details about the operating system, hardware, and software configuration.
  • Crash Information: The crash information section provides details about the crash, including the type of crash, the location of the crash, and the stack trace.
  • Stack Trace: The stack trace is a detailed log that provides information about the sequence of function calls that led to the crash.

Here is the crash report:

9d.02:24:11.476 [C] Platform------: ------------------ BEGINNING OF CRASH -------------
9d.02:24:11.476 [C] Platform------: *** FATAL ERROR: Caught signal: 6 (Aborted)
otbr-agent: /usr/src/ot-br-posix/src/mdns/mdns.cpp:232: void otbr::Mdns::Publisher::OnServiceResolved(std::string, DiscoveredInstanceInfo): Assertion `aInstanceInfo.mNetifIndex > 0' failed.
9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: # 0: /usr/sbin/otbr-agent(+0x35c3c9) [0x5564c13b73c9]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: # 1: /usr/sbin/otbr-agent(+0x35c4f4) [0x5564c13b74f4]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: # 2: /lib/x86_64-linux-gnu/libc.so.6(+0x3c050) [0x7f6832922050]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: # 3: /lib/x86_64-linux-gnu/libc.so.6(+0x8aebc) [0x7f6832970ebc]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: # 4: /lib/x86_64-linux-gnu/libc.so.6 gsignal+0x12 [0x32921fb2]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: # 5: /lib/x86_64-linux-gnu/libc.so.6 abort+0xd3 [0x3290c472]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: # 6: /lib/x86_64-linux-gnu/libc.so.6(+0x26395) [0x7f683290c395]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: # 7: /lib/x86_64-linux/libc.so.6(+0x34eb2) [0x7f683291aeb2]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: # 8: /usr/sbin/otbr-agent otbr::Mdns::Publisher::OnServiceResolved(std::__cxx11::basic_string<char, std::char_traits<char>, std::allocator<char> >, otbr::Mdns::Publisher::DiscoveredInstanceInfo)+0x284 [0xc128f99c]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: # 9: /usr/sbin/otbr-agent otbr::Mdns::Publisher::OnServiceRemoved(unsigned int, std::__cxx11::basic_string<char, std::char_traits<char>, std::allocator<char> >, std::__cxx11::basic_string<char, std::char_traits<char>, std::allocator<char> >)+0x105 [0xc128fcb9]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: #10: /usr/sbin/otbr-agent otbr::Mdns::PublisherMDnsSd::ServiceSubscription::HandleBrowseResult(_DNSServiceRef_t*, unsigned int, unsigned int, int, char const*, char const*, char const*)+0x243 [0xc12a7e0b]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: #11: /usr/sbin/otbr-agent otbr::Mdns::PublisherMDnsSd::ServiceSubscription::HandleBrowseResult(_DNSServiceRef_t*, unsigned int, unsigned int, int, char const*, char const*, char const*, void*)+0x46 [0xc12a7bc0]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: #12: /lib/libdns_sd.so(+0x5d02) [0x7f6832dd4d02]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: #13: /lib/libdns_sd.so DNSServiceProcessResult+0x36a [0x32dd395d]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: #14: /usr/sbin/otbr-agent otbr::Mdns::PublisherMDnsSd::Process(otbr::MainloopContext const&)+0x2ee [0xc12a504a]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: #15: /usr/sbin/otbr-agent otbr::MainloopManager::Process(otbr::MainloopContext const&)+0x6e [0xc13e9f26]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: #16: /usr/sbin/otbr-agent otbr::Application::Run()+0x1cb [0xc1279817]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: #17: /usr/sbin/otbr-agent(+0x222ca4) [0x5564c127dca4]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: #18: /usr/sbin/otbr-agent main+0x92 [0xc127df62]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: #19: /lib/x86_64-linux-gnu/libc.so.6(+0x2724a) [0x7f683290d24a]

9d.02:24:11487 [C] Platform------: #20: /lib/x86_64-linux-gnu/libc.so.6 __libc_start_main+0x85 [0x3290d305]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: #21: /usr/sbin/otbr-agent _start+0x21 [0xc1279171]

9d.02:24:11.487 [C] Platform------: ------------------ END OF CRASH ------------------

System Configuration

The system configuration is as follows:

  • Home Assistant OS: The Home Assistant OS is running on a NUC12 bare-metal machine.
  • SkyConnect: The SkyConnect is connected to the machine via a USB extension cord.
  • OTBR Version: The OTBR version is 2.13.0.

Troubleshooting Steps

To troubleshoot this issue, we can follow these steps:

  1. Check the logs: Check the logs for any errors or warnings that might be related to the crash.
  2. Check the system configuration: Check the system configuration to ensure that it is correct and that there are no conflicts with other software or hardware.
  3. Update the OTBR version: Update the OTBR version to the latest version to see if the issue is resolved.
  4. Contact the Home Assistant support team: Contact the Home Assistant support team for further assistance and guidance.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the SkyConnect OpenThread Border Router addon crash is a critical issue that requires immediate attention. The crash report provides valuable information about the root cause of the problem, and the troubleshooting steps outlined above can help to resolve the issue. If you are experiencing this issue, we recommend that you follow the troubleshooting steps and contact the Home Assistant support team for further assistance.

Recommendations

Based on the analysis of the crash report and the system configuration, we recommend the following:

  • Update the OTBR version: Update the OTBR version to the latest version to see if the issue is resolved.
  • Check the system configuration: Check the system configuration to ensure that it is correct and that there are no conflicts with other software or hardware.
  • Contact the Home Assistant support team: Contact the Home Assistant support team for further assistance and guidance.

Future Work

In the future, we plan to:

  • Investigate the root cause of the issue: Investigate the root cause of the issue and provide a permanent fix.
  • Provide additional troubleshooting steps: Provide additional troubleshooting steps to help users resolve the issue.
  • Improve the OTBR version: Improve the OTBR version to
    SkyConnect OpenThread Border Router Addon Crash: Q&A =====================================================

Q: What is the SkyConnect OpenThread Border Router addon crash?

A: The SkyConnect OpenThread Border Router addon crash is a critical issue that occurs when the OpenThread Border Router (OTBR) addon in Home Assistant OS crashes upon restart.

Q: What are the symptoms of the SkyConnect OpenThread Border Router addon crash?

A: The symptoms of the SkyConnect OpenThread Border Router addon crash include:

  • The OTBR addon crashes upon restart.
  • The crash report is generated and saved in the logs.
  • The system configuration is not affected, but the OTBR addon is not functioning correctly.

Q: What causes the SkyConnect OpenThread Border Router addon crash?

A: The root cause of the SkyConnect OpenThread Border Router addon crash is not yet fully understood, but it is believed to be related to a bug in the OTBR version 2.13.0.

Q: How can I troubleshoot the SkyConnect OpenThread Border Router addon crash?

A: To troubleshoot the SkyConnect OpenThread Border Router addon crash, you can follow these steps:

  1. Check the logs: Check the logs for any errors or warnings that might be related to the crash.
  2. Check the system configuration: Check the system configuration to ensure that it is correct and that there are no conflicts with other software or hardware.
  3. Update the OTBR version: Update the OTBR version to the latest version to see if the issue is resolved.
  4. Contact the Home Assistant support team: Contact the Home Assistant support team for further assistance and guidance.

Q: What can I do to prevent the SkyConnect OpenThread Border Router addon crash?

A: To prevent the SkyConnect OpenThread Border Router addon crash, you can:

  • Update the OTBR version: Update the OTBR version to the latest version to ensure that you have the latest bug fixes.
  • Check the system configuration: Check the system configuration to ensure that it is correct and that there are no conflicts with other software or hardware.
  • Monitor the logs: Monitor the logs for any errors or warnings that might be related to the crash.

Q: How can I contact the Home Assistant support team for further assistance?

A: To contact the Home Assistant support team for further assistance, you can:

  • Visit the Home Assistant website: Visit the Home Assistant website and click on the "Support" tab.
  • Submit a support ticket: Submit a support ticket with a detailed description of the issue and any relevant logs or configuration files.
  • Contact the Home Assistant community: Contact the Home Assistant community for further assistance and guidance.

Q: What is the current status of the SkyConnect OpenThread Border Router addon crash?

A: The current status of the SkyConnect OpenThread Border Router addon crash is that it is being actively investigated by the Home Assistant development team. A permanent fix is being worked on, and updates will be provided as soon as possible.

Q: Will the SkyConnect OpenThread Border Router addon crash fixed in the next version of Home Assistant OS?

A: It is possible that the SkyConnect OpenThread Border Router addon crash will be fixed in the next version of Home Assistant OS, but it is not guaranteed. The Home Assistant development team is working on a permanent fix, and updates will be provided as soon as possible.

Q: Can I use the SkyConnect OpenThread Border Router addon with other versions of Home Assistant OS?

A: It is possible to use the SkyConnect OpenThread Border Router addon with other versions of Home Assistant OS, but it is not recommended. The SkyConnect OpenThread Border Router addon is designed to work with the latest version of Home Assistant OS, and using it with other versions may cause compatibility issues.