GSD-2023-1000656 mcb: mcb-parse: fix error handing in chameleon_parse_gdd()
An error handling flaw in the Linux kernel's MEN Chameleon bus parser could lead to a denial of service, requiring a kernel patch.
- 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-2023-1000656?
GSD-2023-1000656 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 17 Jan 2023. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
mcb: mcb-parse: fix error handing in chameleon_parse_gdd()
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 v6.0.16 by commit b948baa29394ec5f4e6ec28486e7d06a76caee91, it was introduced in version v3.15 by commit 3764e82e5150d87b205c10cd78a9c9ab86fbfa51. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2023-1000656?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2023-1000656?
No fix has been published for GSD-2023-1000656 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2023-1000656 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2023-1000656 in the wild and no public exploit code.