CVE-2024-50241: NFSD: Initialize struct nfsd4_copy earlier
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
NFSD: Initialize struct nfsd4copy earlier
Ensure the refcount and asynccopies fields are initialized early. cleanupasynccopy() will reference these fields if an error occurs in nfsd4copy(). If they are not correctly initialized, at the very least, a refcount underflow occurs.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
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debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.11.7-1 - Upgrade
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debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.1.176-1Fixed in 6.1.190-1Fixed in 6.12.107-1Fixed in 6.12.115-2Fixed in 7.2.12-1Fixed in 7.2.15-1 - Upgrade
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linux/Kernelto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.11.7
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-50241?
CVE-2024-50241 is categorized with a moderate severity level.
How do I fix CVE-2024-50241?
To fix CVE-2024-50241, update your Linux kernel to the latest version that includes the patch.
What versions of Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-50241?
CVE-2024-50241 affects Linux kernel versions 6.10.14 to 6.11.7 and several 6.12 release candidates.
What is the nature of CVE-2024-50241?
CVE-2024-50241 involves an initialization issue in the NFSD component of the Linux kernel.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-50241?
There is no specific workaround for CVE-2024-50241; updating the kernel is the recommended approach.