GSD-2021-1000849 scsi: core: Fix error handling of scsi_host_alloc()
An error handling flaw in the Linux kernel SCSI core was fixed, with potential but unproven security impact.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not stated
- Attackable
- Not stated
- Victim action needed
- Not stated
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2021-1000849?
GSD-2021-1000849 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 30 Jun 2021.
Official description
scsi: core: Fix error handling of scsi_host_alloc()
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 v4.9.273 by commit 8958181c1663e24a13434448e7d6b96b5d04900a. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2021-1000849?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2021-1000849?
No fix has been published for GSD-2021-1000849 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2021-1000849 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2021-1000849 in the wild and no public exploit code.