GSD-2023-1000691 padata: Always leave BHs disabled when running ->parallel()
A race condition in the Linux kernel padata subsystem could lead to system instability or denial of service due to improper bottom-half handling.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not stated
- Attackable
- Not stated
- Victim action needed
- Not stated
- Fix
- None listed
What is GSD-2023-1000691?
GSD-2023-1000691 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 17 Jan 2023.
Official description
padata: Always leave BHs disabled when running ->parallel()
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 7337adb20fcc0aebb50eaff2bc5a8dd9a7c6743d, it was introduced in version v5.8 by commit 4611ce22468895acd61fee9ac1da810d60617d9a. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2023-1000691?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2023-1000691?
No fix has been published for GSD-2023-1000691 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2023-1000691 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2023-1000691 in the wild and no public exploit code.