GSD-2023-1001981 f2fs: let's avoid panic if extent_tree is not created

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A null pointer dereference in the f2fs filesystem can cause a kernel panic, leading to a 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-2023-1001981?

GSD-2023-1001981 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 13 Feb 2023. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

f2fs: let's avoid panic if extent_tree is not created

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 v6.1.8 by commit 1c38cdc747f00daf7394535eae5afc4c503c59bb. For more details please see the references link.

Which versions are affected by GSD-2023-1001981?

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

PackageAffectedFixed in
Kernel LinuxAll versionsNone

How do I fix GSD-2023-1001981?

No fix has been published for GSD-2023-1001981 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is GSD-2023-1001981 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of GSD-2023-1001981 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

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