CVE-2024-57857: RDMA/siw: Remove direct link to net_device
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
RDMA/siw: Remove direct link to netdevice
Do not manage a per device direct link to netdevice. Rely on associated ibdevices netdevice management, not doubling the effort locally. A badly managed local link to netdevice was causing a 'KASAN: slab-use-after-free' exception during siwqueryport() call.
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— Launchpad
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.12.27-1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-57857?
CVE-2024-57857 has been rated as having a low severity impact on the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2024-57857?
To fix CVE-2024-57857, update to the latest version of the Linux kernel where the vulnerability has been resolved.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-57857?
CVE-2024-57857 affects certain versions of the Linux kernel prior to the fix.
What components are impacted by CVE-2024-57857?
CVE-2024-57857 impacts the RDMA/siw component of the Linux kernel.
Is CVE-2024-57857 exploitable?
CVE-2024-57857 does not have known exploit methods reported, and its impact is primarily related to local management issues.