CVE-2022-29196: TensorFlow - Denial of Service Vulnerability

tensorflow Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

06/03/2024
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Medium
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CVE-2022-29196: Missing validation causes denial of service in TensorFlow via Conv3DBackpropFilterV2. Affects tensorflow across 3 version ranges.

< 2.6.4 >= 2.7.0, < 2.7.2 >= 2.8.0, < 2.8.1

Fixed in 2.6.4, 2.7.2 or 2.8.1, depending on the release line you run. How to fix ↓

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Background

TensorFlow is an open source platform for machine learning. It provides a comprehensive ecosystem of tools, libraries, and resources for developing and deploying machine learning models. TensorFlow is widely used in various industries and research domains for tasks such as image recognition, natural language processing, and recommendation systems. However, prior to versions 2.9.0, 2.8.1, 2.7.2, and 2.6.4, TensorFlow is vulnerable to a denial of service attack due to a flaw in the implementation of tf.raw_ops.Conv3DBackpropFilterV2 function.

Vulnerability Detail

The vulnerability arises from the lack of input validation in the tf.raw_ops.Conv3DBackpropFilterV2 function. Specifically, the code does not properly validate the filter_sizes argument, allowing an attacker to trigger a CHECK-failure and cause a denial of service. By exploiting this vulnerability, an attacker can disrupt the availability of TensorFlow-based applications or services. The affected versions of TensorFlow include 2.9.0, 2.8.1, 2.7.2, and 2.6.4. However, a patch has been released in versions 2.9.0, 2.8.1, 2.7.2, and 2.6.4 to address this issue.

How To Fix

Fixed versions by release line

The minimum fixed version depends on the release line you run.

  • < 2.6.4 2.6.4
  • >= 2.7.0, < 2.7.2 2.7.2
  • >= 2.8.0, < 2.8.1 2.8.1

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Workaround

There is no known workaround available for this vulnerability. It is strongly advised to update to the patched versions of TensorFlow as mentioned in the 'how_to_fix' section.

Conclusion

In conclusion, TensorFlow versions 2.9.0, 2.8.1, 2.7.2, and 2.6.4 are vulnerable to a denial of service attack due to a flaw in the tf.raw_ops.Conv3DBackpropFilterV2 function. It is crucial to update to the patched versions to mitigate this vulnerability. For further support and assistance in vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.

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FAQ

TensorFlow is an open source platform for machine learning, widely used for developing and deploying machine learning models.

This vulnerability can be exploited to trigger a denial of service attack, potentially disrupting the availability of TensorFlow-based applications or services.

Versions 2.9.0, 2.8.1, 2.7.2, and 2.6.4 of TensorFlow are affected by this vulnerability.

Yes, a patch has been released in versions 2.9.0, 2.8.1, 2.7.2, and 2.6.4 of TensorFlow to address this vulnerability.

Users can update their TensorFlow installation by following the official documentation and guidelines provided by the TensorFlow project.

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How To Fix

Fixed versions by release line

The minimum fixed version depends on the release line you run.

  • < 2.6.4 2.6.4
  • >= 2.7.0, < 2.7.2 2.7.2
  • >= 2.8.0, < 2.8.1 2.8.1

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