CVE-2024-46855
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.22%
Last modified
CVE-2024-46855 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: netfilter: nft_socket: fix sk refcount leaks We must put 'sk' reference before returning.. EPSS estimates a 0.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: netfilter: nft_socket: fix sk refcount leaks We must put 'sk' reference before returning.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 5.3, < 6.1.111 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 6.2, < 6.6.52 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 6.7, < 6.10.11 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 4.19.76 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 5.2.18 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 6.11 | Rc1 |
References
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-46855?
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
netfilter: nft_socket: fix sk refcount leaks
We must put 'sk' reference before returning.
How severe is CVE-2024-46855?
CVE-2024-46855 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-46855?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2024-46855?
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