linuxboot / linuxboot/heads

encrypted LVM group needs more sanitization (setting boot default with TPM disk encryption key passphrase)

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Description

Reported that entering " makes the prompt loop....

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Research direction

The report names no files, tests, or entry points. Begin by reproducing the prompt loop when a double quote is entered during the encrypted LVM boot-default flow, then trace the relevant sanitization path. Done means the quoted input is handled without looping.

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Assessment

Tech stack
linux
Domain
operating-systems, security
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
20/100

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