CVE-2024-36928: Linux kernel s390/qeth Kernel Panic Vulnerability

linux Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

30/05/2024

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CVE-2024-36928

CVE

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Fix available

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Severity

Not published

CVSS Score

CVE-2024-36928: In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: s390/qeth: Fix kernel panic after setting hsuid Symptom: When the hsuid attribute is set for the first time on an IQD Layer3 device while the correspond... 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 C library headers and symbolic links for compiling and linking against the Linux kernel. It is an essential component for building software that interacts with the kernel. The vulnerability affects version 6.1.90-1 of the linux-libc-dev package.

Vulnerability Detail

The vulnerability in the Linux kernel affects the s390/qeth driver. When the hsuid attribute is set for the first time on an IQD Layer3 device while the corresponding network interface is already UP, the kernel will try to execute a napi function pointer that is NULL. This can lead to a kernel panic, resulting in a system crash. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 5.5, indicating a medium severity.

How To Fix

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Workaround

There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability.

Conclusion

The linux-libc-dev package version 6.1.90-1 is affected by a vulnerability in the s390/qeth driver, which can lead to a kernel panic and system crash. It is recommended to update the package to a version that includes the fix for this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.

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