GSD-2021-1002279 tipc: check for null after calling kmemdup
A missing null check after kmemdup in the TIPC subsystem can lead to a kernel crash, requiring a patch to prevent denial of service.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not stated
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2021-1002279?
GSD-2021-1002279 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 29 Nov 2021. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
tipc: check for null after calling kmemdup
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 v5.10.82 by commit a7d91625863d4ffed63b993b5e6dc1298b6430c9. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2021-1002279?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2021-1002279?
No fix has been published for GSD-2021-1002279 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2021-1002279 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2021-1002279 in the wild and no public exploit code.