GSD-2023-1002298 ipv6: raw: Deduct extension header length in rawv6_push_pending_frames

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A missing length check in the Linux kernel IPv6 raw socket implementation can lead to integer overflow and potential denial of service.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
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Any signed-in user
Attackable
Local or same network only
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is GSD-2023-1002298?

GSD-2023-1002298 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

ipv6: raw: Deduct extension header length in rawv6_push_pending_frames

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 v4.14.303 by commit 35ed8ba485544a31a4ab9b92a1c68e406ab66a47, it was introduced in version v2.6.12 by commit 357b40a18b04c699da1d45608436e9b76b50e251. For more details please see the references link.

Which versions are affected by GSD-2023-1002298?

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

PackageAffectedFixed in
Kernel LinuxAll versionsNone

How do I fix GSD-2023-1002298?

No fix has been published for GSD-2023-1002298 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is GSD-2023-1002298 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of GSD-2023-1002298 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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