GSD-2022-1004315 ipv6: Fix signed integer overflow in __ip6_append_data
A signed integer overflow in the Linux kernel IPv6 stack can lead to denial of service, requiring a kernel patch.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2022-1004315?
GSD-2022-1004315 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 31 Jul 2022. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
ipv6: Fix signed integer overflow in __ip6_append_data
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 v5.18.6 by commit 84dc940890e91e42898e4443a093281702440abf. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1004315?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1004315?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1004315 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1004315 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1004315 in the wild and no public exploit code.