GSD-2022-1006864 bpf: Fix reference state management for synchronous callbacks
A reference state management flaw in Linux kernel BPF synchronous callbacks could allow local attackers to escalate privileges or execute code.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- An administrator
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2022-1006864?
GSD-2022-1006864 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 14 Nov 2022. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
bpf: Fix reference state management for synchronous callbacks
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 v6.0.3 by commit aed931fd3b6e28f19cc140ff90aa5046ee2aa4e1, it was introduced in version v5.13 by commit 69c087ba6225b574afb6e505b72cb75242a3d844. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1006864?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1006864?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1006864 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1006864 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1006864 in the wild and no public exploit code.