GSD-2022-1004593 bpf: Fix insufficient bounds propagation from adjust_scalar_min_max_vals

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Insufficient bounds propagation in the Linux kernel BPF verifier may allow local attackers to bypass checks and potentially escalate privileges or execute code.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
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Any signed-in user
Attackable
Local or same network only
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is GSD-2022-1004593?

GSD-2022-1004593 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

bpf: Fix insufficient bounds propagation from adjust_scalar_min_max_vals

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 v5.10.130 by commit e917be1f83ea14a68b3cf64d3da9968eaf991dae, it was introduced in version v4.14 by commit b03c9f9fdc37dab81ea04d5dacdc5995d4c224c2. For more details please see the references link.

Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1004593?

1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.

PackageAffectedFixed in
Kernel LinuxAll versionsNone

How do I fix GSD-2022-1004593?

No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1004593 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is GSD-2022-1004593 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1004593 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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