CVE-2024-36927: linux-libc-dev - Fix uninit-value access in __ip_make_skb()

linux Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

30/05/2024

Disclosed on

CVE-2024-36927

CVE

No i

Fix available

Medium

Severity

4.7

CVSS Score

CVE-2024-36927: In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ipv4: Fix uninit-value access in ip_make_skb() KMSAN reported uninit-value access in ip_make_skb() [1]. Affects linux versions 5.10.103-1 – 6.9.9-1. No fix is published. How to fix ↓

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Background

The linux-libc-dev package is a development package that provides the necessary header files and libraries for compiling programs that use the Linux kernel interfaces. It is an essential component for building and running applications on Linux systems. This package is vulnerable to a specific issue known as CVE-2024-36927.

Vulnerability Detail

The vulnerability in linux-libc-dev, identified as CVE-2024-36927, is related to an uninit-value access in the __ip_make_skb() function of the Linux kernel. This vulnerability can be exploited through a race condition caused by the HDRINCL flag. If the HDRINCL flag is changed while the __ip_make_skb() function is running, it can lead to accessing uninitialized data in the skb structure, resulting in potential security issues. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 5.5, indicating a medium severity level.

How To Fix

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Workaround

There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability.

Conclusion

The linux-libc-dev package is vulnerable to CVE-2024-36927, which can lead to uninit-value access in the __ip_make_skb() function of the Linux kernel. It is recommended to update the package to a patched version to mitigate this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.

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