CVE-2024-36476
Linux Kernel NULL pointer dereference
- Published15 Jan 2025
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: RDMA/rtrs: Ensure 'ib_sge list' is accessible Move the declaration of the 'ib_sge list' variable outside the 'always_invalidate' block to ensure it remains accessible for use throughout the function. Previously, 'ib_sge list' was declared within the 'always_invalidate' block, limiting its accessibility, then caused a 'BUG: kernel NULL pointer dereference'[1]. ? __die_body.cold+0x19/0x27 ? page_fault_oops+0x15a/0x2d0 ? search_module_extables+0x19/0x60 ? search_bpf_extables+0x5f/0x80 ? exc_page_fault+0x7e/0x180 ? asm_exc_page_fault+0x26/0x30 ? memcpy_orig+0xd5/0x140 rxe_mr_copy+0x1c3/0x200 [rdma_rxe] ? rxe_pool_get_index+0x4b/0x80 [rdma_rxe] copy_data+0xa5/0x230 [rdma_rxe] rxe_requester+0xd9b/0xf70 [rdma_rxe] ? finish_task_switch.isra.0+0x99/0x2e0 rxe_sender+0x13/0x40 [rdma_rxe] do_task+0x68/0x1e0 [rdma_rxe] process_one_work+0x177/0x330 worker_thread+0x252/0x390 ? __pfx_worker_thread+0x10/0x10 This change ensures the variable is available for subsequent operations that require it. [1] https://lore.kernel.org/linux-rdma/[email protected]/
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HAffected products
Remediation
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/143378075904e78b3b2a810099bcc3b3d82d762f
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/32e1e748a85bd52b20b3857d80fd166d22fa455a
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/6ffb5c1885195ae5211a12b4acd2d51843ca41b0
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/7eaa71f56a6f7ab87957213472dc6d4055862722
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/b238f61cc394d5fef27b26d7d9aa383ebfddabb0
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/fb514b31395946022f13a08e06a435f53cf9e8b3
References
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/143378075904e78b3b2a810099bcc3b3d82d762f
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/32e1e748a85bd52b20b3857d80fd166d22fa455a
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/6ffb5c1885195ae5211a12b4acd2d51843ca41b0
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/7eaa71f56a6f7ab87957213472dc6d4055862722
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/b238f61cc394d5fef27b26d7d9aa383ebfddabb0
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/fb514b31395946022f13a08e06a435f53cf9e8b3
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2025/03/msg00001.html
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2025/03/msg00002.html
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2024-36476 being actively exploited?
CVE-2024-36476 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.64%.
How severe is CVE-2024-36476?
CVE-2024-36476 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 0.64% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2024-36476?
Affected products include Linux Kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2024-36476?
Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Linux Kernel 5.15.176 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.
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