PT-2022-34934 · Linux · Linux Kernel
Published
2022-11-14
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Updated
2022-11-14
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Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions
Linux Kernel versions prior to v6.0.6
Description
The issue is related to a NULL pointer dereference in the
io msg send fd() function. This problem was introduced in version v6.0 and is fixed in version v6.0.6. The actual impact and attack plausibility have not yet been proven.Recommendations
For Linux Kernel versions prior to v6.0.6, update to version v6.0.6 or later to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting the use of the
io msg send fd() 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