What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-736425?

The severity of REDHAT-BUG-736425 is considered critical due to the kernel crash in situations involving promiscuous mode and VLAN packets.

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-736425?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-736425, ensure that VLAN configurations are properly set on interfaces that need to operate in promiscuous mode.

What versions of the Red Hat Linux Kernel are affected by REDHAT-BUG-736425?

The affected versions of the Red Hat Linux Kernel include those that allow interfaces to be placed in promiscuous mode without VLANs configured.

What causes the issue in REDHAT-BUG-736425?

REDAHT-BUG-736425 is caused by the kernel crashing in the 8021q module when VLAN packets are received on a promiscuous mode interface without VLAN configuration.

Is there a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-736425 until a fix is applied?

A temporary workaround for REDHAT-BUG-736425 is to disable promiscuous mode on the affected interfaces until a fix can be implemented.

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REDHAT-BUG-736425

medium

7/9/2011

11/5/2023

REDHAT-BUG-736425

First published: Wed Sep 07 2011(Updated: )

When interface is put in promiscuous mode and it receives VLAN packets, but no VLANS are configured on that interface , then the kernel crashes in the 8021q module. Acknowledgements: Red Hat would like to thank Somnath Kotur for reporting this issue.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-736425?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-736425 is considered critical due to the kernel crash in situations involving promiscuous mode and VLAN packets.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-736425?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-736425, ensure that VLAN configurations are properly set on interfaces that need to operate in promiscuous mode.
What versions of the Red Hat Linux Kernel are affected by REDHAT-BUG-736425?
The affected versions of the Red Hat Linux Kernel include those that allow interfaces to be placed in promiscuous mode without VLANs configured.
What causes the issue in REDHAT-BUG-736425?
REDAHT-BUG-736425 is caused by the kernel crashing in the 8021q module when VLAN packets are received on a promiscuous mode interface without VLAN configuration.
Is there a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-736425 until a fix is applied?
A temporary workaround for REDHAT-BUG-736425 is to disable promiscuous mode on the affected interfaces until a fix can be implemented.

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