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CVE-2024-27432: net: ethernet: mtk_eth_soc: fix PPE hanging issue

First published: Fri May 17 2024(Updated: )

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: net: ethernet: mtk_eth_soc: fix PPE hanging issue A patch to resolve an issue was found in MediaTek's GPL-licensed SDK: In the mtk_ppe_stop() function, the PPE scan mode is not disabled before disabling the PPE. This can potentially lead to a hang during the process of disabling the PPE. Without this patch, the PPE may experience a hang during the reboot test.

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
debian/linux
5.10.223-1
5.10.226-1
6.1.123-1
6.1.119-1
6.12.11-1
6.12.12-1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-27432?

    CVE-2024-27432 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability affecting the Linux kernel.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-27432?

    To fix CVE-2024-27432, users should upgrade to versions 5.10.223-1, 5.10.226-1, 6.1.123-1, 6.1.119-1, 6.12.10-1, or 6.12.11-1 of the Linux kernel.

  • Which Linux kernel versions are affected by CVE-2024-27432?

    CVE-2024-27432 affects specific versions of the Linux kernel prior to the patched releases mentioned in the fix.

  • What components are involved in CVE-2024-27432?

    CVE-2024-27432 involves the MediaTek Ethernet driver, specifically the mtk_ppe_stop() function.

  • Is CVE-2024-27432 an ongoing threat?

    No, CVE-2024-27432 has been resolved in the latest kernel patches, mitigating the associated risks.

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