GSD-2023-1000996 ethtool: avoiding integer overflow in ethtool_phys_id()
A local attacker could trigger an integer overflow in the ethtool_phys_id function, potentially causing a denial of service in the Linux kernel.
- 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-2023-1000996?
GSD-2023-1000996 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
ethtool: avoiding integer overflow in ethtool_phys_id()
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 v5.15.86 by commit a96841f5aa4597e93c1f4d6fffb91a5ee344e6e6. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2023-1000996?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2023-1000996?
No fix has been published for GSD-2023-1000996 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2023-1000996 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2023-1000996 in the wild and no public exploit code.