GSD-2022-1006097 lib/list_debug.c: Detect uninitialized lists
The Linux kernel fails to detect uninitialized lists, potentially leading to null pointer dereferences and system crashes.
- 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-2022-1006097?
GSD-2022-1006097 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 v4.19.256 by commit 2ea5c0eb2786cda8043a7f72d54f1bfd5e496460. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1006097?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1006097?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1006097 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1006097 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1006097 in the wild and no public exploit code.