PT-2022-34385 · Linux · Linux Kernel
Published
2022-09-17
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Updated
2022-09-17
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Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions
Linux Kernel versions prior to v4.19.256
Description
The issue concerns an overflow check in the
register shm helper() function. It was introduced in version v4.16 and is fixed in Linux Kernel version v4.19.256. The actual impact and attack plausibility have not yet been proven.Recommendations
For Linux Kernel versions prior to v4.19.256, update to version v4.19.256 or later to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the
register shm helper() 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