GSD-2022-1008180 bpf, sockmap: Fix the sk->sk_forward_alloc warning of sk_stream_kill_queues
A warning in the Linux kernel's sockmap component related to socket forward allocation can be triggered, potentially leading to 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-2022-1008180?
GSD-2022-1008180 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 8 Dec 2022.
Official description
bpf, sockmap: Fix the sk->sk_forward_alloc warning of sk_stream_kill_queues
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 v5.4.225 by commit d975bec1eaeb52341acc9273db79ddb078220399, it was introduced in version v5.4.189 by commit 244ce90c8d0bd10ebf957da02c6f3fcd5d920bdf. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1008180?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1008180?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1008180 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1008180 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1008180 in the wild and no public exploit code.