GSD-2023-1001237 ext4: fix inode leak in ext4_xattr_inode_create() on an error path
A local attacker can trigger an inode leak in the ext4 filesystem, potentially leading to resource exhaustion and denial of service.
- 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-2023-1001237?
GSD-2023-1001237 is a memory corruption 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
ext4: fix inode leak in ext4_xattr_inode_create() on an error path
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 v5.10.163 by commit 9882601ee689975c1c0076ee65bf222a2a35e535. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2023-1001237?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2023-1001237?
No fix has been published for GSD-2023-1001237 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is GSD-2023-1001237 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2023-1001237 in the wild and no public exploit code.