GSD-2022-1001901 exec: Force single empty string when argv is empty
The Linux kernel mishandles empty argv in exec, potentially causing unexpected behavior, requiring a patch to enforce a single empty string.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2022-1001901?
GSD-2022-1001901 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
exec: Force single empty string when argv is empty
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 v5.15.33 by commit 1290eb4412aa0f0e9f3434b406dc8e255da85f9e. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1001901?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1001901?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1001901 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1001901 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1001901 in the wild and no public exploit code.