GSD-2022-1003638 ipv6: fix locking issues with loops over idev->addr_list
A locking issue in the Linux kernel IPv6 implementation can lead to race conditions, potentially causing system instability or denial of service.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2022-1003638?
GSD-2022-1003638 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 28 Jun 2022. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
ipv6: fix locking issues with loops over idev->addr_list
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 v5.10.121 by commit 5bfb65e92ff36cba3bf52e24a04af80ffb41bcf5. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1003638?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1003638?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1003638 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1003638 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1003638 in the wild and no public exploit code.