CVE-2021-47336

smackfs: restrict bytes count in smk_set_cipso()

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: smackfs: restrict bytes count in smk_set_cipso() Oops, I failed to update subject line. From 07571157c91b98ce1a4aa70967531e64b78e8346 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2021 22:25:06 +0900 Subject: [PATCH] smackfs: restrict bytes count in smk_set_cipso() Commit 7ef4c19d245f3dc2 ("smackfs: restrict bytes count in smackfs write functions") missed that count > SMK_CIPSOMAX check applies to only format == SMK_FIXED24_FMT case.

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-47336?
CVE-2021-47336 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-47336?
To fix CVE-2021-47336, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-47336 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-47336 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-47336?
CVE-2021-47336 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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