CVE-2024-41043

CVE-2024-41043 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux Kernel with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5. 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-617.

Key facts

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: netfilter: nfnetlink_queue: drop bogus WARN_ON Happens when rules get flushed/deleted while packet is out, so remove this WARN_ON. This WARN exists in one form or another since v4.14, no need to backport this to older releases, hence use a more recent fixes tag.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-41043?
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: netfilter: nfnetlink_queue: drop bogus WARN_ON Happens when rules get flushed/deleted while packet is out, so remove this WARN_ON. This WARN exists in one form or another since v4.14, no need to backport this to older releases, hence use a more recent fixes tag.
How severe is CVE-2024-41043?
CVE-2024-41043 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2024-41043 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (14th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-41043?
CVE-2024-41043 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-41043?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2024-41043 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2024-41043 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-39326.
When was CVE-2024-41043 published?
CVE-2024-41043 was published on 2024-07-29 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (8)

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