CVE-2024-44945
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.21%
Last modified
CVE-2024-44945 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: netfilter: nfnetlink: Initialise extack before use in ACKs Add missing extack initialisation when ACKing BATCH_BEGIN and BATCH_END.. EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: netfilter: nfnetlink: Initialise extack before use in ACKs Add missing extack initialisation when ACKing BATCH_BEGIN and BATCH_END.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 6.10, < 6.10.7 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 6.11 | Rc1 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-44945?
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
netfilter: nfnetlink: Initialise extack before use in ACKs
Add missing extack initialisation when ACKing BATCH_BEGIN and BATCH_END.
How severe is CVE-2024-44945?
CVE-2024-44945 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-44945?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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