CVE-2024-45018: netfilter: flowtable: initialise extack before use
First published: Wed Sep 11 2024(Updated: )
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: netfilter: flowtable: initialise extack before use Fix missing initialisation of extack in flow offload.
Credit: 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Linux Kernel | >=5.5<5.10.225 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=5.11<5.15.166 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=5.16<6.1.107 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=6.2<6.6.48 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=6.7<6.10.7 | |
| Linux Kernel | =6.11-rc1 | |
| Linux Kernel | =6.11-rc2 | |
| Linux Kernel | =6.11-rc3 | |
| debian/linux | <=5.10.223-1 | 5.10.234-1 6.1.129-1 6.1.128-1 6.12.21-1 |
| debian/linux-6.1 | 6.1.129-1~deb11u1 |
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Reference Links
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/119be227bc04f5035efa64cb823b8a5ca5e2d1c1
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/356beb911b63a8cff34cb57f755c2a2d2ee9dec7
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/7eafeec6be68ebd6140a830ce9ae68ad5b67ec78
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/c7b760499f7791352b49b11667ed04b23d7f5b0f
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/e5ceff2196dc633c995afb080f6f44a72cff6e1d
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/e9767137308daf906496613fd879808a07f006a2
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2024-45018
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-45018
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2024-45018
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2024-45018
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2024-45018
- https://git.kernel.org/linus/e9767137308daf906496613fd879808a07f006a2
- https://lore.kernel.org/linux-cve-announce/2024091108-CVE-2024-45018-7e30@gregkh/T
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2024:8617
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2024:8870
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2024:8856
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2024:10939
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2311715
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-45018?
CVE-2024-45018 is classified with a low severity level.
How do I fix CVE-2024-45018?
To fix CVE-2024-45018, upgrade to the latest kernel version as specified in your distribution's advisory.
What versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-45018?
CVE-2024-45018 affects Linux kernel versions from 5.5 to 6.11-rc3.
Can I still use my system if it is vulnerable to CVE-2024-45018?
While you can continue to use your system, it is recommended to apply the patch to mitigate potential risks.
What are the consequences of CVE-2024-45018?
The consequences of CVE-2024-45018 could include issues with flow offload functionality in netfilter.
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