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CVE-2024-41073

Linux Kernel double free

9.8 CRITICALEPSS 0.67%
  1. Published29 Jul 2024

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: nvme: avoid double free special payload If a discard request needs to be retried, and that retry may fail before a new special payload is added, a double free will result. Clear the RQF_SPECIAL_LOAD when the request is cleaned.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Debian Linux11.0
Linux Kernel≥ 4.10 < 5.10.237 · ≥ 5.11 < 5.15.164 · ≥ 5.16 < 6.1.101 · ≥ 6.2 < 6.6.42

Remediation

Fixed in
Linux Kernel≥ 5.10.237

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2024-41073 being actively exploited?

CVE-2024-41073 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.67%.

How severe is CVE-2024-41073?

CVE-2024-41073 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 0.67% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2024-41073?

Affected products include Debian Linux, Linux Kernel.

How do I fix CVE-2024-41073?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Linux Kernel 5.10.237 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.