CVE-2024-36918

bpf: Check bloom filter map value size

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: bpf: Check bloom filter map value size This patch adds a missing check to bloom filter creating, rejecting values above KMALLOC_MAX_SIZE. This brings the bloom map in line with many other map types. The lack of this protection can cause kernel crashes for value sizes that overflow int's. Such a crash was caught by syzkaller. The next patch adds more guard-rails at a lower level.

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CVSS
Severity:
EPSS 0.13%
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-36918?
CVE-2024-36918 has not yet been assigned a CVSS score.
How to fix CVE-2024-36918?
To fix CVE-2024-36918, 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-2024-36918 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-36918 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-2024-36918?
CVE-2024-36918 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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