CVE-2026-43329 Details
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: netfilter: flowtable: strictly check for maximum number of actions The maximum number of flowtable hardware offload actions in IPv6 is: * ethernet mangling (4 payload actions, 2 for each ethernet address) * SNAT (4 payload actions) * DNAT (4 payload actions) * Double VLAN (4 vlan actions, 2 for popping vlan, and 2 for pushing) for QinQ. * Redirect (1 action) Which makes 17, while the maximum is 16. But act_ct supports for tunnels actions too. Note that payload action operates at 32-bit word level, so mangling an IPv6 address takes 4 payload actions. Update flow_action_entry_next() calls to check for the maximum number of supported actions. While at it, rise the maximum number of actions per flow from 16 to 24 so this works fine with IPv6 setups.
A vulnerability in the Linux kernel's netfilter component allows for an excessive number of flowtable hardware offload actions in IPv6, exceeding the maximum limit. This issue is present in the stable Linux kernel through version 6.4.0. The vulnerability arises because the flowtable offload actions for various functions, such as Ethernet mangling, SNAT, DNAT, Double VLAN, and Redirect, can accumulate to 17 actions, while the maximum supported is 16. This discrepancy can lead to improper handling of network traffic, potentially causing disruptions or unintended behavior in network communication.
Users can upgrade to a patched version of the Linux kernel that addresses this vulnerability. Instructions for upgrading can be found in the official Linux kernel documentation.
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| NVD-CWE-noinfo | Insufficient Information to Classify Weakness | [email protected] |
| CWE-770 | Allocation of Resources Without Limits or Throttling | redhat-SADP |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| linux linux kernel | >= 5.5, < 5.15.203 >= 5.16, < 6.1.168 >= 6.2, < 6.6.134 >= 6.7, < 6.12.81 >= 6.13, < 6.18.22 >= 6.19, < 6.19.12 7.0 rc1 7.0 rc2 7.0 rc3 7.0 rc4 7.0 rc5 7.0 rc6 |
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Change History
26 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Sep 1, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Aug 31, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Aug 27, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Aug 27, 2026 | CVE Modified | kernel.org |
| Aug 24, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Aug 21, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Aug 20, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Aug 19, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Aug 18, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Aug 7, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Aug 6, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Aug 3, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Jul 30, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Jul 29, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Jul 22, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Jul 15, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Jul 7, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Jul 6, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Jul 2, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Jul 1, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Jun 30, 2026 | CVE Modified | redhat-SADP |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | kernel.org |
| May 18, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| May 11, 2026 | CVE Modified | kernel.org |
| May 8, 2026 | New CVE Received | kernel.org |