GSD-2022-1004176 nexthop: Fix data-races around nexthop_compat_mode.
A data race in the Linux kernel nexthop component may cause inconsistent state, requiring a kernel patch to resolve.
- 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-2022-1004176?
GSD-2022-1004176 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 31 Jul 2022. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
nexthop: Fix data-races around nexthop_compat_mode.
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 v5.18.13 by commit ae3054f6fbccc90f14ecd6cf9b2c09a2401c64fd, it was introduced in version v5.8 by commit 4f80116d3df3b23ee4b83ea8557629e1799bc230. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1004176?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1004176?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1004176 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1004176 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1004176 in the wild and no public exploit code.