GSD-2022-1001178 kgdboc: fix return value of __setup handler
Incorrect return value in kgdboc setup handler may cause unexpected behavior, requiring kernel patching for stability.
- 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-2022-1001178?
GSD-2022-1001178 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
kgdboc: fix return value of __setup handler
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 v5.17.2 by commit d65c2d76062012e542f765911ca8eecec36df5bb, it was introduced in version v4.20 by commit 1bd54d851f50dea6af30c3e6ff4f3e9aab5558f9. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1001178?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1001178?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1001178 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1001178 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1001178 in the wild and no public exploit code.