GSD-2022-1002494 kgdboc: fix return value of __setup handler
A bug in the kgdboc setup handler return value 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-2022-1002494?
GSD-2022-1002494 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 v4.9.311 by commit 1e7e9c5794bed0bc87c687d9496c83f1c389e7b4, it was introduced in version v4.9.137 by commit c90ea7d8b3109d2a09af1791908f0edd91bbe745. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1002494?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1002494?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1002494 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1002494 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1002494 in the wild and no public exploit code.