GSD-2022-1004920 xen/netback: avoid entering xenvif_rx_next_skb() with an empty rx queue
A potential null dereference in the Xen netback driver could lead to a denial of service, requiring a kernel patch.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not stated
- Attackable
- Not stated
- Victim action needed
- Not stated
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2022-1004920?
GSD-2022-1004920 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 31 Jul 2022.
Official description
xen/netback: avoid entering xenvif_rx_next_skb() with an empty rx queue
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 v4.9.324 by commit c0fcceb5f3f1ec197c014fe218c2f28108cacd27, it was introduced in version v4.9 by commit 98f6d57ced73b723551568262019f1d6c8771f20. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1004920?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1004920?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1004920 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1004920 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1004920 in the wild and no public exploit code.