GSD-2022-1007119 ext4: fix dir corruption when ext4_dx_add_entry() fails
A flaw in the Linux kernel ext4 filesystem can cause directory corruption and potential denial of service when adding entries fails.
- 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-2022-1007119?
GSD-2022-1007119 is a denial of service 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
ext4: fix dir corruption when ext4_dx_add_entry() fails
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 v5.15.75 by commit d29fa1ab4e6261f8dae6ba5b0364c3c9ae849342. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1007119?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1007119?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1007119 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
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Is GSD-2022-1007119 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1007119 in the wild and no public exploit code.