Vulnerability Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: netfilter: nft_socket: remove WARN_ON_ONCE on maximum cgroup level cgroup maximum depth is INT_MAX by default, there is a cgroup toggle to restrict this maximum depth to a more reasonable value not to harm performance. Remove unnecessary WARN_ON_ONCE which is reachable from userspace.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 6.1.112, < 6.1.120 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/2f9bec0a749eb646b384fde0c7b7c24687b2ffaePatch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/7064a6daa4a700a298fe3aee11dea296bfe59fc4Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/b7529880cb961d515642ce63f9d7570869bbbdc3Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/e227c042580ab065edc610c9ddc9bea691e6fc4dPatch
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2025/03/msg00001.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-56783?
CVE-2024-56783 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: netfilter: nft_socket: remove WARN_ON_ONCE on maximum cgroup level cgroup maximum depth is INT_MAX by default, there is a cgroup t...
How severe is CVE-2024-56783?
CVE-2024-56783 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-56783?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.