GSD-2022-1003946 iio: dummy: iio_simple_dummy: check the return value of kstrdup()
A missing return value check in the Linux kernel dummy IIO driver can lead to a null pointer dereference and system crash.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2022-1003946?
GSD-2022-1003946 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
iio: dummy: iio_simple_dummy: check the return value of kstrdup()
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 v4.14.283 by commit 273428016292967bebb3c3ee45183e26e3a903fc. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1003946?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1003946?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1003946 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1003946 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1003946 in the wild and no public exploit code.