GSD-2022-1003012 tracing: Fix return value of trace_pid_write()

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A bug in the Linux Kernel tracing subsystem incorrectly handles return values, potentially affecting stability or functionality for local users.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
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Any signed-in user
Attackable
Local or same network only
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is GSD-2022-1003012?

GSD-2022-1003012 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

tracing: Fix return value of trace_pid_write()

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 v5.17.14 by commit ac95bd32bcd88cfc0002c51797b70ad9fee34ab6, it was introduced in version v4.4 by commit 4909010788640b7101bf50cddb7c5e60172b4433. For more details please see the references link.

Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1003012?

1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.

PackageAffectedFixed in
Kernel LinuxAll versionsNone

How do I fix GSD-2022-1003012?

No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1003012 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is GSD-2022-1003012 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1003012 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

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