ext4: Fix warning in ext4_handle_inode_extension

Kernel Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

28/06/2022

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Not published

CVSS Score

GSD-2022-1003691: ext4: fix warning in ext4_handle_inode_extension. Affects Kernel versions < 0ab308d72af7548f21e4499d025c25887da0c26a. No fix is published. How to fix ↓

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Background

The ext4 package is a file system driver for the Linux kernel. It provides support for the fourth extended file system (ext4). The ext4 file system is widely used in Linux distributions and offers improved performance and features compared to its predecessors. However, a vulnerability has been discovered in the ext4_handle_inode_extension function, which could potentially lead to security issues.

Vulnerability Detail

The ext4_handle_inode_extension function in the ext4 package is vulnerable to a warning that can be triggered during the handling of inode extensions. This warning indicates a potential issue that could be exploited by attackers. While the impact and attack plausibility have not been proven, it is important to address this warning to ensure the security of the system. The vulnerability has been fixed in Linux Kernel version v5.4.198 by commit 0ab308d72af7548f21e4499d025c25887da0c26a.

How To Fix

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Workaround

There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability.

Conclusion

The ext4 package in the Linux Kernel has a vulnerability in the ext4_handle_inode_extension function. It is recommended to update the Linux Kernel to version v5.4.198 or later to fix this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.

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