GSD-2023-1000893 md/bitmap: Fix bitmap chunk size overflow issues
An integer overflow in the Linux kernel's md/bitmap subsystem can lead to 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-2023-1000893?
GSD-2023-1000893 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
md/bitmap: Fix bitmap chunk size overflow issues
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 v5.15.87 by commit c49fb9b760d34cde062afcee0654e9e8f9e3286b. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2023-1000893?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2023-1000893?
No fix has been published for GSD-2023-1000893 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2023-1000893 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2023-1000893 in the wild and no public exploit code.