GSD-2022-1000758 xen/xenbus: don't let xenbus_grant_ring() remove grants in error case
A flaw in the Linux Kernel Xen bus driver could allow a local attacker to cause a denial of service by triggering an error case that improperly removes grants.
- 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-2022-1000758?
GSD-2022-1000758 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 18 Mar 2022. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
xen/xenbus: don't let xenbus_grant_ring() remove grants in error case
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 v5.15.28 by commit 66cb2bbb522b0d5e4f6a11558ff7bfdf3f7d31f3. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1000758?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1000758?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1000758 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1000758 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1000758 in the wild and no public exploit code.