GSD-2022-1002539 nbd: fix race between nbd_alloc_config() and module removal
A race condition in the Linux kernel NBD module can lead to a denial of service, requiring local high-privilege access to exploit.
- 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-2022-1002539?
GSD-2022-1002539 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 28 Jun 2022. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
nbd: fix race between nbd_alloc_config() and module removal
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 v5.18.4 by commit d09525720dd5201756f698bee1076de9aefd4602. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1002539?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1002539?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1002539 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1002539 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1002539 in the wild and no public exploit code.