In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: RDMA/hfi1: Fix potential integer multiplication overflow errors When multiplying of different types, an overflow is possible even when storing the result in a larger type. This is because the conversion is done after the multiplication. So arithmetic overflow and thus in incorrect value is possible. Correct an instance of this in the inter packet delay calculation. Fix by ensuring one of the operands is u64 which will promote the other to u64 as well ensuring no overflow.
This vulnerability carries a MEDIUM severity rating with a CVSS v3.1 score of 5.5, requiring local system access to exploit with relatively low complexity without requiring user interaction requiring only low-level privileges . The vulnerability impacts and availability (service disruption) for affected systems. Impacting 1 product from linux organizations running these solutions should prioritize assessment and patching.
Reported in 2025, this vulnerability emerged during an era marked by increased sophistication in supply chain attacks, cloud infrastructure vulnerabilities, and software-as-a-service (SaaS) security challenges. Security practices during this period emphasized zero-trust architectures, container security, and API protection.
2025-02-26T07:01:16.937
2025-10-01T20:16:17.620
Modified
416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
CVSSv3.1: 5.5 (MEDIUM)
| Type | Vendor | Product | Version/Range | Vulnerable? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating System | linux | linux_kernel | < 4.9.318 | Yes |
| Operating System | linux | linux_kernel | < 4.14.283 | Yes |
| Operating System | linux | linux_kernel | < 4.19.247 | Yes |
| Operating System | linux | linux_kernel | < 5.4.198 | Yes |
| Operating System | linux | linux_kernel | < 5.10.121 | Yes |
| Operating System | linux | linux_kernel | < 5.15.46 | Yes |
| Operating System | linux | linux_kernel | < 5.17.14 | Yes |
| Operating System | linux | linux_kernel | < 5.18.3 | Yes |
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