GSD-2021-1001394 seq_buf: Fix overflow in seq_buf_putmem_hex()
An integer overflow in the Linux kernel's seq_buf_putmem_hex function can lead to memory corruption or denial of service.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not stated
- Attackable
- Not stated
- Victim action needed
- Not stated
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2021-1001394?
GSD-2021-1001394 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 3 Aug 2021.
Official description
seq_buf: Fix overflow in seq_buf_putmem_hex()
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 v4.19.198 by commit 1f4c6061fccee64b2072b28dfa3e93cf859c4c0a, it was introduced in version v2.6.27 by commit 5e3ca0ec76fce92daa4eed0d02de9c79b1fe3920. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2021-1001394?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2021-1001394?
No fix has been published for GSD-2021-1001394 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2021-1001394 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2021-1001394 in the wild and no public exploit code.