PT-2022-35888 · 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 v4.9.332
Description
The issue is related to the hugetlb lock not being taken before decrementing h->resv huge pages. This could potentially lead to security vulnerabilities, although the actual impact and attack plausibility have not yet been proven.
Recommendations
For versions prior to v4.9.332, update to Linux Kernel version v4.9.332 or later to resolve the issue.
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