CVE-2024-49955

A flaw was found in the Linux kernel's ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) battery module. This vulnerability occurs when a battery hook, which is a mechanism for managing battery events, is automatically unregistered after an error during battery addition. If the battery hook provider attempts to unregister the same hook again, it can lead to a system crash, resulting in a Denial of Service (DoS).

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.