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CVE-2024-26906: x86/mm: Disallow vsyscall page read for copy_from_kernel_nofault()

First published: Wed Apr 17 2024(Updated: )

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: x86/mm: Disallow vsyscall page read for copy_from_kernel_nofault() The Linux kernel CVE team has assigned <a href="https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2024-26906">CVE-2024-26906</a> to this issue. Upstream advisory: <a href="https://lore.kernel.org/linux-cve-announce/2024041746-CVE-2024-26906-bb35@gregkh/T">https://lore.kernel.org/linux-cve-announce/2024041746-CVE-2024-26906-bb35@gregkh/T</a>

Credit: 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
redhat/kernel<5.10.214
5.10.214
redhat/kernel<5.15.153
5.15.153
redhat/kernel<6.1.83
6.1.83
redhat/kernel<6.6.23
6.6.23
redhat/kernel<6.7.11
6.7.11
redhat/kernel<6.8
6.8
IBM Security Verify Governance - Identity Manager<=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
debian/linux
5.10.223-1
5.10.234-1
6.1.129-1
6.1.128-1
6.12.21-1
6.12.22-1

Remedy

https://git.kernel.org/linus/75a1a607bb7e6d918be3aca11ec2214a275392f4

Remedy

https://git.kernel.org/linus/32019c659ecfe1d92e3bf9fcdfbb11a7c70acd58

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-26906?

    The severity of CVE-2024-26906 is categorized as high due to its potential impact on system security.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-26906?

    To fix CVE-2024-26906, update the kernel to versions 5.10.214, 5.15.153, 6.1.83, 6.6.23, 6.7.11, 6.8, or the specific versions provided by your distribution.

  • Which software is affected by CVE-2024-26906?

    Software affected by CVE-2024-26906 includes certain versions of the Linux kernel provided by Red Hat and Debian.

  • Is there a patch available for CVE-2024-26906?

    Yes, a patch for CVE-2024-26906 is available in the updated kernel versions released by the affected distributions.

  • What are the risks of not addressing CVE-2024-26906?

    Not addressing CVE-2024-26906 may leave your system vulnerable to exploitation, which could lead to unauthorized access or data breaches.

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