CVE-2024-50204

fs: don't try and remove empty rbtree node

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: fs: don't try and remove empty rbtree node When copying a namespace we won't have added the new copy into the namespace rbtree until after the copy succeeded. Calling free_mnt_ns() will try to remove the copy from the rbtree which is invalid. Simply free the namespace skeleton directly.

5.5

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 0.03%

Affected: Linux Linux

References

Link	Tags
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/a8b155a2c30dc9a5ba837aa5fcba9a47cc031a9b	patch
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/229fd15908fe1f99b1de4cde3326e62d1e892611	patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-50204?: CVE-2024-50204 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-50204?: To fix CVE-2024-50204, 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-2024-50204 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-50204 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-2024-50204?: CVE-2024-50204 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.

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