CVE-2024-26587

CVSS 3.1 Score 5.5 of 10 (medium)

Details

Published Feb 22, 2024
Updated: Mar 18, 2024
CWE ID 476

Summary

CVE-2024-26587 is a vulnerability in the Linux kernel that affects multiple products, including Qtrc2o, ohMfk4, Qtrc2i, and many others. The vulnerability is related to a NULL pointer dereference, which can lead to a kernel crash when trying to destroy netdevsim with virtual functions instantiated. The vulnerability has a base severity of MEDIUM and a base score of 5.5 according to NVD. To remediate the issue, users should apply the necessary updates or patches provided by the Linux kernel developers. The potential danger posed by this vulnerability includes the possibility of crashing the system and potentially disrupting critical services or causing data loss for affected organizations.

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