2024-11-27
: This article describes a vulnerability in the Linux kernel (CVE-2024-50277) that could cause a system crash. The issue occurs when a specific function (blk_alloc_disk) fails during device allocation. This leads to a crash in the cleanup process due to an attempt to access an invalid pointer.
Vulnerability Details:
Platform: Linux Kernel
Version: Not specified (all versions vulnerable before a fix is applied)
Vulnerability: Crash due to invalid pointer access
Severity: Medium (CVSS score not yet assigned)
Date: November 18, 2024 (published)
What Undercode Says:
This vulnerability appears to be a coding error that results in a system crash under specific circumstances. While not critical, it’s recommended to update your Linux kernel to a patched version as soon as possible to avoid potential crashes.
References:
Reported By: Nvd.nist.gov
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