GSD-2022-1001079 net/mlx5e: TC, Hold sample_attr on stack instead of pointer
A memory corruption vulnerability in the Linux kernel mlx5e driver allows local attackers with high privileges to potentially execute code or escalate privileges.
- 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-2022-1001079?
GSD-2022-1001079 is a memory corruption 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
net/mlx5e: TC, Hold sample_attr on stack instead of pointer
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 cdd08fa7be90e7340cff631326188d5fcc9b6594. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1001079?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1001079?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1001079 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is GSD-2022-1001079 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1001079 in the wild and no public exploit code.