CVE-2024-27064

netfilter: nf_tables: Fix a memory leak in nf_tables_updchain

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: netfilter: nf_tables: Fix a memory leak in nf_tables_updchain If nft_netdev_register_hooks() fails, the memory associated with nft_stats is not freed, causing a memory leak. This patch fixes it by moving nft_stats_alloc() down after nft_netdev_register_hooks() succeeds.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.05%
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/79846fdcc548d617b0b321addc6a3821d3b75b20 patch
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/4e4623a4f6e133e671f65f9ac493bddaaf63e250 patch
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/e77a6b53a3a547b6dedfc40c37cee4f310701090 patch
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/7eaf837a4eb5f74561e2486972e7f5184b613f6e patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-27064?
CVE-2024-27064 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-27064?
To fix CVE-2024-27064, 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-2024-27064 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-27064 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-2024-27064?
CVE-2024-27064 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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