CVE-2024-53090: afs: Fix lock recursion
afs: Fix lock recursion
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— Launchpad
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.12.25-1 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Linux kernelto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.12.0-rc2-build3+
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What versions of Linux Kernel are affected by CVE-2024-53090?
Linux Kernel versions up to 6.11.9 and 6.12-rc1 through 6.12-rc4 are affected by CVE-2024-53090.
What is the nature of the vulnerability described in CVE-2024-53090?
CVE-2024-53090 involves lock recursion in the afs_wake_up_async_call() function of the Linux kernel.
How do I mitigate CVE-2024-53090?
To mitigate CVE-2024-53090, upgrade the Linux kernel to a patched version that resolves the lock recursion issue.
What could happen if CVE-2024-53090 is exploited?
If exploited, CVE-2024-53090 could lead to instability in kernel operations due to lock recursion.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2024-53090?
Yes, a fix for CVE-2024-53090 has been released and can be applied by updating the Linux kernel.