CVE-2024-35898

netfilter: nf_tables: Fix potential data-race in __nft_flowtable_type_get()

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: netfilter: nf_tables: Fix potential data-race in __nft_flowtable_type_get() nft_unregister_flowtable_type() within nf_flow_inet_module_exit() can concurrent with __nft_flowtable_type_get() within nf_tables_newflowtable(). And thhere is not any protection when iterate over nf_tables_flowtables list in __nft_flowtable_type_get(). Therefore, there is pertential data-race of nf_tables_flowtables list entry. Use list_for_each_entry_rcu() to iterate over nf_tables_flowtables list in __nft_flowtable_type_get(), and use rcu_read_lock() in the caller nft_flowtable_type_get() to protect the entire type query process.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Third-Party Advisory debian.org Third-Party Advisory debian.org
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-35898?
CVE-2024-35898 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-35898?
To fix CVE-2024-35898, 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-2024-35898 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-35898 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-2024-35898?
CVE-2024-35898 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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