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Linux Kernel RDMA/rxe Work Queue Drain Vulnerability Segmentation Fault

Vulnerability

A vulnerability in the Linux kernel's RDMA/rxe component can lead to a segmentation fault. This issue occurs when the 'create_qp' function fails to complete successfully, allowing the cleanup code to attempt to drain the send or receive work queues before they have been properly initialized. The vulnerability affects several versions of the Linux kernel.

Impact

The vulnerability can cause a segmentation fault, leading to a crash of the RDMA/rxe component.

Remediation

Users can apply the patch available in the Linux kernel stable tree to address this vulnerability.

Added: Oct 1, 2025, 1:26 PM
Updated: Oct 1, 2025, 1:26 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
9.0
impact
2.5
exploitability
5.3
remediation
7.7
relevance
0.6
threat
3.2
urgency
2.9
incentive
1.7

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