CVE-2024-42113
kernel: net: txgbe: initialize num_q_vectors for MSI/INTx interrupts
Severity
ModerateRed Hat Product Security
CVSS 3.1
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Published · July 30, 2024
Updated · November 21, 2025
Description
A vulnerability was found in the Linux kernel's txgbe driver involving uninitialized num_q_vectors when using MSI/INTx interrupts. This can lead to kernel panics during the allocation of queue vectors due to the use of undefined values. This issue was resolved by ensuring num_q_vectors is properly initialized, thereby preventing system crashes and enhancing overall stability.
Statement
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.
CVSS score applicability
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Mitigation
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.
CVSS / CWE
CVSS 3.1 · 5.5CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
CWE-824 · Access of Uninitialized Pointer