CVE-2024-46696
Linux Kernel use-after-free
- Published13 Sept 2024
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: nfsd: fix potential UAF in nfsd4_cb_getattr_release Once we drop the delegation reference, the fields embedded in it are no longer safe to access. Do that last.
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
References
Related CVEs
Recent high-severity vulnerabilities sharing a weakness type.
Frequently asked
Is CVE-2024-46696 being actively exploited?
CVE-2024-46696 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.43%.
How severe is CVE-2024-46696?
CVE-2024-46696 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2024-46696?
Affected products include Linux Kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2024-46696?
Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Linux Kernel 6.10.8 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.
How Secuno handles this
Secuno correlates vulnerabilities like CVE-2024-46696 against the real software inventory on every managed device, as each hourly inventory arrives. Rather than a static severity, each match is scored in context: exploit availability, EPSS, the asset's exposure, and business criticality decide where it lands in the queue. If an affected version is present anywhere across your portfolio, it surfaces automatically with a prioritised remediation path.
Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.