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CVE-2022-50706: net/ieee802154: don't warn zero-sized raw_sendmsg()

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: net/ieee802154: don't warn zero-sized raw_sendmsg() syzbot is hitting skb_assert_len() warning at __dev_queue_xmit() [1], for PF_IEEE802154 socket's zero-sized raw_sendmsg() request is hitting __dev_queue_xmit() with skb->len == 0. Since PF_IEEE802154 socket's zero-sized raw_sendmsg() request was able to return 0, don't call __dev_queue_xmit() if packet length is 0. ---------- #include <sys/socket.h> #include <netinet/in.h> int main(int argc, char *argv[]) { struct sockaddr_in addr = { .sin_family = AF_INET, .sin_addr.s_addr = htonl(INADDR_LOOPBACK) }; struct iovec iov = { }; struct msghdr hdr = { .msg_name = &addr, .msg_namelen = sizeof(addr), .msg_iov = &iov, .msg_iovlen = 1 }; sendmsg(socket(PF_IEEE802154, SOCK_RAW, 0), &hdr, 0); return 0; } ---------- Note that this might be a sign that commit fd1894224407c484 ("bpf: Don't redirect packets with invalid pkt_len") should be reverted, for skb->len == 0 was acceptable for at least PF_IEEE802154 socket.

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Plain-English summary

This Linux kernel issue concerns an unusual zero-length send operation on IEEE 802.15.4 raw sockets. The kernel could reach a warning path instead of ignoring the empty packet. The public record does not provide CVSS, demonstrated impact beyond the warning, or evidence of active exploitation.

Executive priority

Treat as a routine kernel maintenance item unless your environment depends on IEEE 802.15.4 socket support. There is no source-backed evidence of active exploitation or severe impact in the supplied bundle.

Technical view

A zero-sized raw_sendmsg request for PF_IEEE802154 could call __dev_queue_xmit with skb->len equal to 0, triggering skb_assert_len warning behavior. The resolved change avoids calling transmit when packet length is zero. The record lists affected Linux kernel versions and stable kernel commits as references.

Likely exposure

Exposure is likely limited to Linux systems running affected kernel builds where PF_IEEE802154 raw sockets are present and usable. The source bundle does not establish remote exposure, privilege requirements, or a broader cross-product impact.

Exploitation context

CISA KEV is false in the bundle, and no cited source states active exploitation. The report originated from syzbot-style kernel testing. The included evidence shows a local socket behavior pattern, not a weaponized exploit campaign.

Researcher notes

The public evidence is narrow: zero-length PF_IEEE802154 raw_sendmsg reaches transmit with skb->len zero. Impact is described as a warning path, and the bundle does not provide CVSS, CWE, privilege assumptions, or confirmed security consequences beyond the resolved kernel behavior.

Mitigation direction

  • Update to a vendor-supported kernel containing the referenced stable fix.
  • Check Linux distribution advisories for backported package versions.
  • Prioritize systems exposing PF_IEEE802154 raw socket functionality.
  • Track the CVE record for severity or impact updates.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory Linux kernel versions against the affected versions in the CVE record.
  • Confirm installed kernels include one of the referenced stable fixes or vendor backports.
  • Check whether PF_IEEE802154 raw sockets are available on relevant systems.
  • Review kernel logs for related warning patterns if exposure is suspected.
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Confidence
medium
Sources
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Severity
Unknown
CVSS
Not scored
Known Exploited
No
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Affected products

Products and packages named in the record

VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
LinuxLinux8b68e53d56697a59b5c53893b53f508bbdf272a0, 6204bf78b2a903b96ba43afff6abc0b04d6e0462, a75987714bd2d8e59840667a28e15c1fa5c47554, 72f2dc8993f10262092745a88cb2dd0fef094f23, fd1894224407c484f652ad456e1ce423e89bb3eb, fd1894224407c484f652ad456e1ce423e89bb3ebunaffected
LinuxLinux6.0, 0, 5.4.220, 5.10.150, 5.15.75, 5.19.17, 6.0.3, 6.1affected
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