GSD-2022-1005873 selftests/bpf: fix a test for snprintf() overflow
A potential integer overflow in the Linux kernel BPF selftests could lead to denial of service, though actual security impact is unproven.
- 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-2022-1005873?
GSD-2022-1005873 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 17 Sep 2022. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
selftests/bpf: fix a test for snprintf() overflow
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 v5.10.137 by commit d2b9e664bbfd06fb4b4b2d2a61f578771adc072f, it was introduced in version v4.18 by commit c0fa1b6c3efc64b4ecfec658f95475fda650742e. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1005873?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1005873?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1005873 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1005873 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1005873 in the wild and no public exploit code.