GSD-2022-1003205 kernfs: Separate kernfs_pr_cont_buf and rename_lock.
A race condition in the Linux kernel's kernfs subsystem could allow local attackers to cause a denial of service.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2022-1003205?
GSD-2022-1003205 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
kernfs: Separate kernfs_pr_cont_buf and rename_lock.
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 v5.15.47 by commit e369420e1234e6e623daf6f8b03e30e34ed3e0d4. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1003205?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1003205?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1003205 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1003205 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1003205 in the wild and no public exploit code.