GSD-2023-1002340 btrfs: zlib: zero-initialize zlib workspace
A missing zero-initialization in the btrfs zlib workspace could allow local attackers to read uninitialized memory, potentially disclosing sensitive kernel data.
- 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-2023-1002340?
GSD-2023-1002340 is a vulnerability in Kernel, published on 7 Mar 2023. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
btrfs: zlib: zero-initialize zlib workspace
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 v6.1.12 by commit 8ab575add354e48126591606262446fa1ee7ebd4. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2023-1002340?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2023-1002340?
No fix has been published for GSD-2023-1002340 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2023-1002340 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2023-1002340 in the wild and no public exploit code.