GSD-2022-1004679 tcp: Fix data-races around sysctl_tcp_min_snd_mss.
A data race in the Linux kernel TCP stack allows attackers to potentially cause denial of service by manipulating network settings.
- 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-2022-1004679?
GSD-2022-1004679 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_min_snd_mss.
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 fdb96b69f5909ffcdd6f1e0902219fc6d7689ff7, it was introduced in version v5.2 by commit 5f3e2bf008c2221478101ee72f5cb4654b9fc363. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1004679?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1004679?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1004679 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1004679 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1004679 in the wild and no public exploit code.