CVE-2024-35972

bnxt_en: Fix possible memory leak in bnxt_rdma_aux_device_init()

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: bnxt_en: Fix possible memory leak in bnxt_rdma_aux_device_init() If ulp = kzalloc() fails, the allocated edev will leak because it is not properly assigned and the cleanup path will not be able to free it. Fix it by assigning it properly immediately after allocation.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/c60ed825530b8c0cc2b524efd39b1d696ec54004 patch
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/10a9d6a7513f93d7faffcb341af0aa42be8218fe patch
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/7ac10c7d728d75bc9daaa8fade3c7a3273b9a9ff patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-35972?
CVE-2024-35972 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-35972?
To fix CVE-2024-35972, 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-2024-35972 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-35972 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-2024-35972?
CVE-2024-35972 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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