Kernel: stack overflow problem in open vswitch kernel module leading to dos
Published Feb 11, 2024 · Updated Nov 3, 2026
Original summary
Normalized public record · Updated Nov 3, 2026
Kernel: stack overflow problem in open vswitch kernel module leading to dos
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QFinch assessment
A vulnerability was reported in the Open vSwitch sub-component in the Linux Kernel. The flaw occurs when a recursive operation of code push recursively calls into the code block. The OVS module does not validate the stack depth, pushing too many frames and causing a stack overflow. As a result, this can lead to a crash or other related issues.
Evidence: public source recordsAffected products
| Affected package, product or range | Fix status |
|---|---|
| Consult the referenced vendor advisory for affected versions. | Consult source advisory |
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Remediation
Apply the vendor-supported fixed release or mitigation, then verify the affected component is no longer reachable.
- Confirm the affected product and reachable code path exist in your environment.
- Apply the vendor-supported patch or mitigation from the primary advisory.
- Rescan the exact deployed revision and retain verification evidence.
Evidence coverage
- SSVC priority
- LOW
- Confidence
- Not available
- Aliases
- None reported
Scores appear only when corresponding evidence exists. Missing data is never interpreted as zero risk.
Sources and record history
- RHSA-2024:4823 ↗
- RHSA-2024:4831 ↗
- RHSA-2024:9315 ↗
- access.redhat.com ↗
- RHBZ#2262241 ↗
- lore.kernel.org ↗
- lists.debian.org ↗
- lists.fedoraproject.org ↗
- lists.fedoraproject.org ↗
Record history
Published Feb 11, 2024 · Last refreshed Nov 3, 2026