cve 2024 26756

CVE-2024-26756 is a Linux kernel vulnerability in the MD (md_mod) RAID subsystem that can cause a system hang. The flaw occurs during certain RAID reshape operations, where the sync thread registration and recovery state flag handling can lead to a deadlock, resulting in a denial-of-service condition. This tag covers discussions on the vulnerability details, affected kernel versions, and available patches. Content includes a guide on identifying the issue and applying the fix to restore system stability. The tag is relevant for Linux system administrators, storage engineers, and anyone managing software RAID arrays on Linux.