SB2024083022 - Local information disclosure in Linux kernel Netfilter Conntrack

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SB2024083022 - Local information disclosure in Linux kernel Netfilter Conntrack

Published: August 30, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2024083022
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Information disclosure

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Type Confusion (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-44944)

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input within the ctnetlink_del_expect() function in net/netfilter/nf_conntrack_netlink.c. A local user can trigger a type confusion error and gain access to sensitive information.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References