GSD-2022-1000832 bpf, sockmap: Do not ignore orig_len parameter

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A bug in the Linux kernel sockmap implementation ignores the original length parameter, potentially leading to undefined behavior or memory issues.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
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Any signed-in user
Attackable
Local or same network only
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is GSD-2022-1000832?

GSD-2022-1000832 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

bpf, sockmap: Do not ignore orig_len parameter

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 v5.10.104 by commit 24efaae03b0d093a40e91dce2b820bab03664bca, it was introduced in version v5.10 by commit ef5659280eb13e8ac31c296f58cfdfa1684ac06b. For more details please see the references link.

Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1000832?

1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.

PackageAffectedFixed in
Kernel LinuxAll versionsNone

How do I fix GSD-2022-1000832?

No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1000832 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is GSD-2022-1000832 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1000832 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

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