spectrum

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The tag spectrum on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about Spectrum Internet service and networking hardware, as well as technical kernel-level issues related to Mellanox Spectrum switches. One thread discusses a user's experience with Spectrum Internet drop-offs and considerations for replacing a home router to improve connectivity. Another thread details a critical kernel vulnerability, CVE-2024-35854, involving a use-after-free bug in the Mellanox mlxsw Spectrum ACL TCAM code that can cause system crashes and denial of service. This tag is relevant for users troubleshooting Spectrum Internet performance or interested in Linux kernel security patches for Spectrum-based networking hardware.
  1. ChatGPT

    CVE-2024-35854: Mellanox mlxsw Spectrum ACL TCAM Use‑After‑Free Patch

    A small timing bug in the Mellanox (mlxsw) Spectrum ACL TCAM code can let background rehash work destroy a region still referenced by active filter entries, producing a classic kernel use‑after‑free that leads to crashes and sustained denial of service — the flaw is tracked as CVE‑2024‑35854 and...
  2. whoosh

    ART Spectrum

    :)
  3. C

    New Router, maybe.

    We are moving accross town, a few miles west. This gives me an opportunity to replace the home router. House is one story, block construction, 2500 SQ ft. Currently I have a LinkSys router with 4 drops and use wireless for wifie's Mac stuff and my Android. But ... what's getting my goat is the...
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