GSD-2022-1005206 powerpc/cell/axon_msi: Fix refcount leak in setup_msi_msg_address
A refcount leak in the Linux kernel's powerpc/cell/axon_msi driver can lead to resource exhaustion and potential denial of service.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not stated
- Attackable
- Not stated
- Victim action needed
- Not stated
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2022-1005206?
GSD-2022-1005206 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 16 Sep 2022.
Official description
powerpc/cell/axon_msi: Fix refcount leak in setup_msi_msg_address
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 v5.19.2 by commit af41cff4ada533b1cf40de6c468ba164fd32c22d, it was introduced in version v2.6.23 by commit ce21b3c9648ae55181787bf25ee00cf91dfd5c91. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1005206?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1005206?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1005206 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1005206 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1005206 in the wild and no public exploit code.