CVE-2024-56662: acpi: nfit: vmalloc-out-of-bounds Read in acpi_nfit_ctl
acpi: nfit: vmalloc-out-of-bounds Read in acpinfitctl
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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 5.10.234-1Fixed in 6.1.129-1Fixed in 6.1.135-1Fixed in 6.12.27-1 - Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/linux-6.1to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.1.129-1~deb11u1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-56662?
CVE-2024-56662 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for causing vmalloc-out-of-bounds read issues.
How do I fix CVE-2024-56662?
To mitigate CVE-2024-56662, it's recommended to update the Linux kernel to a version that addresses this vulnerability.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-56662?
CVE-2024-56662 affects multiple versions of the Linux kernel, specifically from version 4.14.176 to 6.13-rc2.
What component of the Linux kernel is impacted by CVE-2024-56662?
CVE-2024-56662 impacts the ACPI nfit component in the Linux kernel.
Is CVE-2024-56662 a remote vulnerability?
CVE-2024-56662 primarily involves local read vulnerabilities and does not represent a remote code execution threat.