CVE-2024-49936

net/xen-netback: prevent UAF in xenvif_flush_hash()

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: net/xen-netback: prevent UAF in xenvif_flush_hash() During the list_for_each_entry_rcu iteration call of xenvif_flush_hash, kfree_rcu does not exist inside the rcu read critical section, so if kfree_rcu is called when the rcu grace period ends during the iteration, UAF occurs when accessing head->next after the entry becomes free. Therefore, to solve this, you need to change it to list_for_each_entry_safe.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-49936?
CVE-2024-49936 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-49936?
To fix CVE-2024-49936, 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-2024-49936 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-49936 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-2024-49936?
CVE-2024-49936 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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