CVE-2024-36030

CVE-2024-36030 is a high-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux Kernel with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-415.

Key facts

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: octeontx2-af: fix the double free in rvu_npc_freemem() Clang static checker(scan-build) warning: drivers/net/ethernet/marvell/octeontx2/af/rvu_npc.c:line 2184, column 2 Attempt to free released memory. npc_mcam_rsrcs_deinit() has released 'mcam->counters.bmap'. Deleted this redundant kfree() to fix this double free problem.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-36030?
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: octeontx2-af: fix the double free in rvu_npc_freemem() Clang static checker(scan-build) warning: drivers/net/ethernet/marvell/octeontx2/af/rvu_npc.c:line 2184, column 2 Attempt to free released memory. npc_mcam_rsrcs_deinit() has released 'mcam->counters.bmap'. Deleted this redundant kfree() to fix this double free problem.
How severe is CVE-2024-36030?
CVE-2024-36030 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2024-36030 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (13th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-36030?
CVE-2024-36030 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-36030?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2024-36030 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2024-36030 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-35840.
When was CVE-2024-36030 published?
CVE-2024-36030 was published on 2024-05-30 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (6)

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