CVE-2024-50059

A flaw was found in the ntb_hw_switchtec component of the Linux kernel. This vulnerability arises from a race condition during the removal of the ntb_hw_switchtec module, where the system attempts to use memory after it has been freed. A local attacker could exploit this timing issue to achieve privilege escalation or execute arbitrary code, leading to a complete compromise of system integrity and confidentiality, as well as denial of service.

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