PT-2022-33162 · Linux · Linux Kernel
Published
2022-07-31
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Updated
2022-07-31
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Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions
Linux Kernel versions prior to v4.14.285
Description
The issue is related to a signed integer overflow in the
l2tp ip6 sendmsg function. The actual impact and attack plausibility have not yet been proven.Recommendations
For Linux Kernel versions prior to v4.14.285, update to version v4.14.285 or later to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting the use of the
l2tp ip6 sendmsg 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