GSD-2023-1000821 udf: Fix extending file within last block

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A bug in the Linux kernel UDF filesystem allows extending files within the last block, potentially causing stability issues or undefined behavior.

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-2023-1000821?

GSD-2023-1000821 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

udf: Fix extending file within last block

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 v6.0.15 by commit 88f79386daef3bf790474a1514ac3f07ee39ff66. For more details please see the references link.

Which versions are affected by GSD-2023-1000821?

1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.

PackageAffectedFixed in
Kernel LinuxAll versionsNone

How do I fix GSD-2023-1000821?

No fix has been published for GSD-2023-1000821 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is GSD-2023-1000821 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of GSD-2023-1000821 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

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