CVE-2024-46826: ELF: fix kernel.randomize_va_space double read

Published Sep 27, 2024
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Updated

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:

ELF: fix kernel.randomizevaspace double read

ELF loader uses "randomizevaspace" twice. It is sysctl and can change at any moment, so 2 loads could see 2 different values in theory with unpredictable consequences.

Issue exactly one load for consistent value across one exec.

Other sources

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Launchpad

Affected Software

7 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel<6.1.110
Linux Linux kernel>=6.2<6.6.51
Linux Linux kernel>=6.7<6.10.10
debian/linux<=5.10.223-1, <=5.10.234-1
6.1.137-16.1.135-16.12.27-1
debian/linux-6.1
6.1.129-1~deb11u1
IBM Security Verify Governance<=ISVG 10.0.2
IBM Security Verify Governance - Identity Manager virtual appliance component<=ISVG 10.0.2

Event History

Sep 27, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:39 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:39 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·01:21 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Dec 12, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·06:26 PM
Description
May 9, 2025
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·08:57 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-46826?

CVE-2024-46826 is considered a medium severity vulnerability in the Linux kernel.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-46826?

To fix CVE-2024-46826, update the Linux kernel to version 6.1.123-1 or any later version as specified in the patches.

3

Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-46826?

CVE-2024-46826 affects Linux kernel versions between 6.2 and 6.10.10, as well as up to version 6.1.110.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2024-46826?

The impact of CVE-2024-46826 could lead to unpredictable behavior due to inconsistent reading of the 'randomize_va_space' setting.

5

Is CVE-2024-46826 present in Debian Linux packages?

Yes, CVE-2024-46826 is present in various Debian Linux packages before the patched versions listed in the official repositories.

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