GSD-2022-1003661 netfilter: nf_tables: disallow non-stateful expression in sets earlier

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A logic flaw in Linux kernel netfilter allows non-stateful expressions in sets, potentially leading to undefined behavior or security issues requiring high privileges.

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

What is GSD-2022-1003661?

GSD-2022-1003661 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

netfilter: nf_tables: disallow non-stateful expression in sets earlier

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 v5.10.120 by commit ea62d169b6e731e0b54abda1d692406f6bc6a696, it was introduced in version v4.1 by commit 0b2d8a7b638b5034d2d68f6add8af94daaa1d4cd. For more details please see the references link.

Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1003661?

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

PackageAffectedFixed in
Kernel LinuxAll versionsNone

How do I fix GSD-2022-1003661?

No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1003661 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is GSD-2022-1003661 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1003661 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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