GSD-2022-1004663 tcp: Fix data-races around sysctl_tcp_slow_start_after_idle.
A data race in the Linux kernel TCP stack can lead to inconsistent state, potentially causing denial of service.
- 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-2022-1004663?
GSD-2022-1004663 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
tcp: Fix data-races around sysctl_tcp_slow_start_after_idle.
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 v5.4.208 by commit 369d99c2b89f54473adcf9acdf40ea562b5a6e0e, it was introduced in version v2.6.18 by commit 35089bb203f44e33b6bbb6c4de0b0708f9a48921. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1004663?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1004663?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1004663 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1004663 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1004663 in the wild and no public exploit code.