CVE-2024-46751: btrfs: don't BUG_ON() when 0 reference count at btrfs_lookup_extent_info()
btrfs: don't BUGON() when 0 reference count at btrfslookupextentinfo()
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Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.12.25-1Fixed in 6.12.27-1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-46751?
CVE-2024-46751 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2024-46751?
To fix CVE-2024-46751, upgrade to Linux kernel version 6.12.11-1 or later.
Which Linux kernel versions are affected by CVE-2024-46751?
CVE-2024-46751 affects Linux kernel versions up to 6.10.10.
What is the primary issue addressed by CVE-2024-46751?
CVE-2024-46751 addresses a bug where the kernel would call BUG_ON() incorrectly when reference counts are zero.
Is there a specific Linux distribution that is impacted by CVE-2024-46751?
Yes, Debian distributions with Linux kernel versions prior to 6.12.11-1 are impacted by CVE-2024-46751.