GSD-2022-1002436 ext2: correct max file size computing
An integer overflow in ext2 file size calculation can lead to denial of service, requiring a kernel patch.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2022-1002436?
GSD-2022-1002436 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
ext2: correct max file size computing
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 v4.14.276 by commit 94fe9ee8d6d48235b44e14820c07271be3c25cff, it was introduced in version v4.14.108 by commit 7412f34ff819f530461bfe57773f83e1d4419421. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1002436?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1002436?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1002436 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1002436 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1002436 in the wild and no public exploit code.