GSD-2021-1000182 perf/core: Fix unconditional security_locked_down() call
A flaw in the Linux kernel perf subsystem allowed bypassing security lockdown restrictions, potentially enabling unauthorized access to restricted resources.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- An administrator
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2021-1000182?
GSD-2021-1000182 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 31 May 2021. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
perf/core: Fix unconditional security_locked_down() call
This is an automated ID intended to aid in discovery of potential security vulnerabilities. The actual impact and attack plausibility have not yet been proven. This ID is fixed in Linux Kernel version v5.4.117 by commit b246759284d6a2bc5b6f1009caeeb3abce2ec9ff, it was introduced in version v5.4 by commit b0c8fdc7fdb77586c3d1937050925b960743306e. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2021-1000182?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2021-1000182?
No fix has been published for GSD-2021-1000182 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2021-1000182 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2021-1000182 in the wild and no public exploit code.