PT-2022-29798 · Linux · Linux Kernel
Published
2022-04-24
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Updated
2022-04-24
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Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions
Linux Kernel versions prior to v5.16.19
Description
A memory leak was caused by the
pgd free() function in the pgalloc component. The issue was introduced in version v5.9 and is fixed in version v5.16.19. The actual impact and attack plausibility have not yet been proven.Recommendations
For versions prior to v5.16.19, update to version v5.16.19 or later to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the
pgd free() function until a patch is available. Found an issue in the description? Have something to add? Feel free to write us 👾
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Affected Products
Linux Kernel