GSD-2022-1002224 gcc-plugins/stackleak: Exactly match strings instead of prefixes
A flaw in the Linux kernel stackleak plugin allowed prefix matching instead of exact matching, potentially leaking stack data to privileged attackers.
- 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-2022-1002224?
GSD-2022-1002224 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
gcc-plugins/stackleak: Exactly match strings instead of prefixes
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 v5.4.189 by commit f36dd10d1b9533129c86bc9b4f707fda1abfee06. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1002224?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1002224?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1002224 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1002224 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1002224 in the wild and no public exploit code.