GSD-2022-1005956 lib/list_debug.c: Detect uninitialized lists
The Linux kernel fails to detect uninitialized lists, potentially leading to a null pointer dereference and system crash.
- 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-2022-1005956?
GSD-2022-1005956 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
lib/list_debug.c: Detect uninitialized lists
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 v5.4.211 by commit 3c0efcd608f17555c6a9f17edf8c6cfc34f1204f. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1005956?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1005956?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1005956 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1005956 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1005956 in the wild and no public exploit code.