CVE-2024-42080: RDMA/restrack: Fix potential invalid address access
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
RDMA/restrack: Fix potential invalid address access
struct rdmarestrackentry's kernname was set to KBUILDMODNAME in ibcreatecq(), while if the module exited but forgot del this rdmarestrackentry, it would cause a invalid address access in rdmarestrackclean() when print the owner of this rdmarestrackentry.
These code is used to help find one forgotten PD release in one of the ULPs. But it is not needed anymore, so delete them.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-42080?
CVE-2024-42080 has been rated as having a moderate severity level.
How do I fix CVE-2024-42080?
To fix CVE-2024-42080, upgrade to a Linux kernel version that is greater than or equal to 6.1.123-1.
What systems are affected by CVE-2024-42080?
CVE-2024-42080 affects various versions of the Linux kernel from 5.15.162 up to 6.6.37.
What is the nature of the vulnerability described in CVE-2024-42080?
CVE-2024-42080 is a vulnerability in the Linux kernel related to potential invalid address access in RDMA/restrack.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-42080 if I cannot update?
There are no known workarounds for CVE-2024-42080 other than applying the relevant security updates.