Linux Kernel, Use-after-free Vulnerability, CVE-2024-50173 (Moderate)

2024-11-27

This article describes a vulnerability (CVE-2024-50173) in the Linux kernel related to accessing an uninitialized variable. This could potentially lead to a system crash. The vulnerability has been resolved in recent kernel updates.

Vulnerability Details

Platform: Linux Kernel
Version: Unaffected versions not specified yet (Needs Evaluation for most Ubuntu versions)
Vulnerability: Use-after-free (accessing uninitialized variable)
Severity: Moderate (CVSS v3 score: 5.5)
Date: November 27, 2024 (NVD Last Modified)

What Undercode Says:

This vulnerability affects systems running a vulnerable Linux kernel. It’s important to update your kernel to a patched version as soon as possible to mitigate the risk of a system crash. Check with your Linux distribution provider for specific update instructions.

References:

Reported By: Nvd.nist.gov
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