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CVE-2024-47408 — In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: net/smc: check smcd_v2_ext_offset…

Linux · Linux Kernel · Published 11 Jan 2025 · Modified 3 Oct 2026

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: net/smc: check smcd_v2_ext_offset when receiving proposal msg When receiving proposal msg in server, the field smcd_v2_ext_offset in proposal msg is from the remote client and can not be fully trusted. Once the value of smcd_v2_ext_offset exceed the max value, there has the chance to access wrong address, and crash may happen. This patch checks the value of smcd_v2_ext_offset before using it.

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What to do
  1. Check whether Linux Kernel is in your asset inventory.
  2. Patch in the next maintenance window; prioritise internet-facing systems.
  3. Record the decision in your risk register for audit evidence.
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