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The vulnerability in the Linux kernel identified as CVE-2024-26602 pertains to the sched/membarrier component. This vulnerability allows attackers to exploit the sys_membarrier function, potentially leading to performance degradation on affected systems due to excessive resource consumption.
Overview
The vulnerability arises from the lack of proper serialization in the sys_membarrier function, enabling malicious actors to abuse this functionality and cause significant slowdowns on affected systems. By calling sys_membarrier at a high frequency, attackers can saturate the machine, impacting overall system performance.
Remediation
To address this vulnerability, it is recommended to apply the necessary patches provided by the Linux kernel maintainers. Users should update their systems to versions that include the fixes for the sched/membarrier component. Additionally, system administrators should monitor system performance closely to detect any unusual behavior that may indicate exploitation of this vulnerability.
References
- Linux Kernel Git Repository: Link
- Patch for affected versions: Link
- Patch for affected versions: Link
- Patch for affected versions: Link
- Patch for affected versions: Link
- Patch for affected versions: Link
- Patch for affected versions: Link
- Patch for affected versions: Link
- Patch for affected versions: Link
- Debian LTS Announcement: Link
- Debian LTS Announcement: Link
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- UtilitiesUtilities
- InformationInformation
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- ConstructionConstruction
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- MiningMining
