CVE-2024-26991 | Linux Kernel up to 6.8.7/6.9-rc4 KVM hugepage_has_attrs out-of-bounds (048cc4a028e6/992b54bd083c)

CVE-2024-26991 | Linux Kernel up to 6.8.7/6.9-rc4 KVM hugepage_has_attrs out-of-bounds (048cc4a028e6/992b54bd083c)

A vulnerability classified as problematic was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.8.7/6.9-rc4. Affected by this vulnerability is the function hugepage_has_attrs of the component KVM. The manipulation leads to out-of-bounds read. This vulnerability is known as CVE-2024-26991. The attack needs to be initiated within the local network. There is no exploit available. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.