CVE-2024-46855
CVSS 3.1 Score 5.5 of 10 (medium)
Details
Published Sep 27, 2024
Updated: Oct 17, 2024
Summary
CVE-2024-46855 is a vulnerability affecting the Linux kernel's netfilter component. The issue involved a refcount leak in the nft_socket subsystem. Specifically, the code failed to place a reference on the socket ('sk') before returning, leading to potential memory leaks and potential denial of service attacks. This issue has been addressed by ensuring that the 'sk' reference is obtained before exiting the function.
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