GSD-2023-1002401 s390/decompressor: specify __decompress() buf len to avoid overflow
An integer overflow in the s390 decompressor can lead to a buffer overflow, potentially causing 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-2023-1002401?
GSD-2023-1002401 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
s390/decompressor: specify __decompress() buf len to avoid overflow
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 v5.4.232 by commit 16409f7d9ca5bb8220e1049ea9aae0d3c94d2dfb. For more details please see the references link.
Which versions are affected by GSD-2023-1002401?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including Kernel.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
Kernel Linux | All versions | None |
How do I fix GSD-2023-1002401?
No fix has been published for GSD-2023-1002401 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is GSD-2023-1002401 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of GSD-2023-1002401 in the wild and no public exploit code.