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The unpack_secmark() function currently uses kfree() to release memory allocated for secmark structures and their labels. However, if a failure occurs after partially parsing secmark, sensitive data may remain in memory, posing a security risk. To mitigate this, replace kfree() with kfree_sensitive() for freeing secmark structures and their labels, aligning with the approach used in free_ruleset(). I am submitting this as an RFC to seek freedback on whether this change is appropriate and aligns with the subsystem's expectations. If confirmed to be helpful, I will send a formal patch. Signed-off-by: Zilin Guan <zilin@seu.edu.cn> Signed-off-by: John Johansen <john.johansen@canonical.com>
Linux kernel
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requirements for building and running the kernel, and information about
the problems which may result by upgrading your kernel.