CVE-2021-47616

RDMA: Fix use-after-free in rxe_queue_cleanup

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: RDMA: Fix use-after-free in rxe_queue_cleanup On error handling path in rxe_qp_from_init() qp->sq.queue is freed and then rxe_create_qp() will drop last reference to this object. qp clean up function will try to free this queue one time and it causes UAF bug. Fix it by zeroing queue pointer after freeing queue in rxe_qp_from_init().

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.06%
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-47616?
CVE-2021-47616 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-47616?
To fix CVE-2021-47616, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-47616 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-47616 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-47616?
CVE-2021-47616 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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