CVE-2024-41008: drm/amdgpu: change vm->task_info handling

Published Jul 16, 2024
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Updated

drm/amdgpu: change vm->taskinfo handling

Other sources

Linux Kernel is vulnerable to a denial of service, caused by a flaw in the handling and lifecycle of vm->taskinfo object. By sending a specially crafted request, a local authenticated attacker could exploit this vulnerability to cause a denial of service condition.

IBM

Affected Software

11 affected componentsFixes available
redhat/kernel<6.9
6.9
IBM Security Verify Governance<=ISVG 10.0.2
IBM Security Verify Governance, Identity Manager Software Stack<=ISVG 10.0.2
IBM Security Verify Governance, Identity Manager Virtual Appliance<=ISVG 10.0.2
IBM Security Verify Governance Identity Manager Container<=ISVG 10.0.2
Linux Linux kernel>=4.2<6.9
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.117.1-1
Microsoft cbl2 kernel 5.15.186.1-1
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.112.1-2
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.104.2-4
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.119.3-1

Event History

Jul 16, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:03 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:03 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Sep 3, 2025
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·10:10 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·10:10 PM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·10:10 PM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·10:10 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Feb 14, 57904
Event
via Microsoft·05:32 AM

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-41008?

CVE-2024-41008 has been classified with high severity due to its potential implications on system stability and security.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-41008?

To resolve CVE-2024-41008, update the Linux kernel package to version 6.9 or later.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2024-41008?

CVE-2024-41008 affects the Linux kernel versions prior to 6.9.

4

What does CVE-2024-41008 impact?

CVE-2024-41008 impacts the handling and lifecycle of the vm->task_info object within the Linux kernel.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2024-41008?

Yes, a patch for CVE-2024-41008 is included in the updated kernel version 6.9 and later.

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