CVE-2024-26796

A flaw was found in the Linux kernel in the ctr_get_width function within the perf subsystem for legacy systems. The issue occurs due to the function not being properly defined, which can lead to potential security risks.

Red Hat Enterprise Linux is not vulnerable to this CVE, as it does not affect the versions or configurations of the Linux kernel used in its distributions.

The CVSS score(s) listed for this vulnerability do not reflect the associated product's status, and are included for informational purposes to better understand the severity of this vulnerability.

Mitigation for this issue is either not available or the currently available options do not meet the Red Hat Product Security criteria comprising ease of use and deployment, applicability to widespread installation base or stability.