GSD-2022-1008354 tipc: fix the msg->req tlv len check in tipc_nl_compat_name_table_dump_header
A missing length check in the TIPC netlink compatibility layer can lead to a denial of service, requiring a kernel patch.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2022-1008354?
GSD-2022-1008354 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 8 Dec 2022. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
tipc: fix the msg->req tlv len check in tipc_nl_compat_name_table_dump_header
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 v4.9.334 by commit 082707d3df191bf5bb8801d43e4ce3dea39ca173, it was introduced in version v4.9.152 by commit 4c559fb7e111077b56f62ccf833a52d8169cde19. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2022-1008354?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2022-1008354?
No fix has been published for GSD-2022-1008354 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2022-1008354 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2022-1008354 in the wild and no public exploit code.