GSD-2022-1006238 powerpc/xive: Fix refcount leak in xive_get_max_prio
A refcount leak in the Linux kernel's powerpc/xive subsystem 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-2022-1006238?
GSD-2022-1006238 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 17 Sep 2022.
Official description
powerpc/xive: Fix refcount leak in xive_get_max_prio
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 v4.14.291 by commit 5ed9709d262bf026b2ff64979fbfe0f496287588, it was introduced in version v4.14 by commit eac1e731b59ee3b5f5e641a7765c7ed41ed26226. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1006238?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1006238?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1006238 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1006238 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1006238 in the wild and no public exploit code.