GSD-2022-1003683 f2fs: remove WARN_ON in f2fs_is_valid_blkaddr
A potential denial of service vulnerability in the Linux kernel f2fs filesystem was addressed by removing a warning check.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not stated
- Attackable
- Not stated
- Victim action needed
- Not stated
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2022-1003683?
GSD-2022-1003683 is a denial of service vulnerability in Kernel, published on 28 Jun 2022.
Official description
f2fs: remove WARN_ON in f2fs_is_valid_blkaddr
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 v5.4.198 by commit 0a7a1fc7e71eecf2e5053a6c312c9f0dcbb9b8fd. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1003683?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1003683?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1003683 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
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Is GSD-2022-1003683 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1003683 in the wild and no public exploit code.