GSD-2022-1005408 btrfs: fix lockdep splat with reloc root extent buffers
A lockdep splat in the btrfs filesystem can cause a kernel warning or potential denial of service, requiring a kernel patch.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2022-1005408?
GSD-2022-1005408 is a denial of service vulnerability in Kernel, published on 16 Sep 2022. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
btrfs: fix lockdep splat with reloc root extent buffers
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 v5.15.65 by commit 1b2a7ddeaa779478fbaaeb83cacd95270ae71fa3. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1005408?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1005408?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1005408 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
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Is GSD-2022-1005408 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1005408 in the wild and no public exploit code.