GSD-2022-1001047 powerpc/code-patching: Pre-map patch area

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A potential security issue in the Linux kernel powerpc code-patching mechanism was addressed by pre-mapping the patch area.

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

What is GSD-2022-1001047?

GSD-2022-1001047 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 24 Apr 2022. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

powerpc/code-patching: Pre-map patch area

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 v5.17.3 by commit 38b268093c5abdb2fc7c88c52bba5a12dd7be984. For more details please see the references link.

Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1001047?

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

PackageAffectedFixed in
Kernel LinuxAll versionsNone

How do I fix GSD-2022-1001047?

No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1001047 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is GSD-2022-1001047 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1001047 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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