GSD-2022-1004203 srcu: Tighten cleanup_srcu_struct() GP checks
A flaw in Linux kernel SRCU cleanup checks could lead to system instability or denial of service, requiring kernel patching.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- An administrator
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2022-1004203?
GSD-2022-1004203 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
srcu: Tighten cleanup_srcu_struct() GP checks
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 v5.18.11 by commit e997dda6502eefbc1032d6b0da7b353c53344b07. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1004203?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1004203?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1004203 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1004203 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1004203 in the wild and no public exploit code.