CVE-2024-22705: High severity Linux Linux kernel vulnerability

Published Jan 23, 2024
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Updated

An issue was discovered in ksmbd in the Linux kernel before 6.6.10. smb2getdataarealen in fs/smb/server/smb2misc.c can cause an smbstrndupfromutf16 out-of-bounds access because the relationship between Name data and CreateContexts data is mishandled.

Affected Software

12 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel<6.6.10
Linux Linux kernel=6.7-rc1
Linux Linux kernel=6.7-rc2
Linux Linux kernel=6.7-rc3
Linux Linux kernel=6.7-rc4
Linux Linux kernel=6.7-rc5
Linux Linux kernel=6.7-rc6
Linux Linux kernel=6.7-rc7
debian/linux
5.10.223-15.10.234-16.1.129-16.1.135-16.12.25-16.12.27-1
Microsoft cbl2 kernel 5.15.180.1-1
Microsoft cbl2 kernel 5.15.180.1-1
Microsoft cbl2 kernel 5.15.148.1-1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/linux to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 5.10.223-1Fixed in 5.10.234-1Fixed in 6.1.129-1Fixed in 6.1.135-1Fixed in 6.12.25-1Fixed in 6.12.27-1
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade linux kernel (ksmbd) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.6.10

Event History

Jan 23, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jan 30, 2024
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Updated
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
Description
Feb 15, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·04:37 AM
Description
May 1, 2025
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·12:13 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
May 13, 2025
Data Sourced
via Debian·12:15 AM
DescriptionAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-22705?

CVE-2024-22705 has been classified with a severity level that indicates a potential out-of-bounds access vulnerability in the Linux kernel.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-22705?

To fix CVE-2024-22705, you need to update your Linux kernel to version 6.6.10 or later, or apply any available patches that address this vulnerability.

3

Which Linux kernel versions are affected by CVE-2024-22705?

CVE-2024-22705 affects Linux kernel versions prior to 6.6.10, including various release candidates of version 6.7.

4

What components are involved in the issue described by CVE-2024-22705?

The issue in CVE-2024-22705 involves the ksmbd component within the Linux kernel, specifically related to smb2_get_data_area_len and its handling of Name and CreateContexts data.

5

Is my system vulnerable if I am running an older version of the Linux kernel?

Yes, if you are running an older version of the Linux kernel prior to 6.6.10, your system is vulnerable to CVE-2024-22705 and should be updated immediately.

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