CVE-2024-27071: backlight: hx8357: Fix potential NULL pointer dereference
Published May 1, 2024
·Updated
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
backlight: hx8357: Fix potential NULL pointer dereference
The "im" pins are optional. Add missing check in the hx8357probe().
Affected Software
2 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel>=6.8<6.8.2
debian/linux
5.10.223-15.10.234-16.1.129-16.1.135-16.12.25-1
Remediation
Event History
May 1, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:04 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:04 PM
Description
Jun 8, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·01:13 AM
Description
Jan 2, 2025
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·06:41 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Mar 27, 2025
Data Sourced
via Debian·02:17 PM
DescriptionAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-27071?
CVE-2024-27071 is classified as a vulnerability in the Linux kernel due to a potential NULL pointer dereference.
2
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-27071?
CVE-2024-27071 affects the Linux kernel versions between 6.0 and 6.8.2.
3
How do I fix CVE-2024-27071?
To fix CVE-2024-27071, update to a patched version of the Linux kernel as listed in the vulnerability's description.
4
What can happen if CVE-2024-27071 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2024-27071 could lead to system instability or crashes due to the potential NULL pointer dereference.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-27071?
There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2024-27071; the recommended action is to apply the available security updates.