CVE-2024-35838: wifi: mac80211: fix potential sta-link leak
First published: Fri May 17 2024(Updated: )
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: wifi: mac80211: fix potential sta-link leak The Linux kernel CVE team has assigned <a href="https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2024-35838">CVE-2024-35838</a> to this issue. Upstream advisory: <a href="https://lore.kernel.org/linux-cve-announce/2024051731-CVE-2024-35838-d072@gregkh/T">https://lore.kernel.org/linux-cve-announce/2024051731-CVE-2024-35838-d072@gregkh/T</a>
Credit: 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/kernel | <6.1.76 | 6.1.76 |
| redhat/kernel | <6.6.15 | 6.6.15 |
| redhat/kernel | <6.7.3 | 6.7.3 |
| redhat/kernel | <6.8 | 6.8 |
| 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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Reference Links
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/49aaeb8c539b1633b3bd7c2df131ec578aa1eae1
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/587c5892976108674bbe61a8ff659de279318034
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/b01a74b3ca6fd51b62c67733ba7c3280fa6c5d26
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/e04bf59bdba0fa45d52160be676114e16be855a9
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2024-35838
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2024-35838
- https://lore.kernel.org/linux-cve-announce/2024051731-CVE-2024-35838-d072@gregkh/T
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=2281158
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2024:4211
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2024:4352
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2024:9315
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2281157
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2024-35838
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-35838
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2024-35838
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2024-35838
- https://git.kernel.org/linus/b01a74b3ca6fd51b62c67733ba7c3280fa6c5d26
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-35838?
CVE-2024-35838 has been classified with a moderate severity due to the potential for a sta-link leak in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2024-35838?
To resolve CVE-2024-35838, ensure you update your Linux kernel to versions 6.1.76, 6.6.15, 6.7.3, 6.8, or any applicable patched version provided by your distribution.
Which versions of the kernel are affected by CVE-2024-35838?
CVE-2024-35838 affects various versions of the Linux kernel, including those prior to 6.1.76, 6.6.15, 6.7.3, and 6.8.
Is CVE-2024-35838 specific to Red Hat distributions?
While CVE-2024-35838 mainly affects Red Hat kernels, it also impacts Debian Linux versions 5.10.223-1, 5.10.226-1, 6.1.123-1, 6.1.119-1, 6.12.11-1, and 6.12.12-1.
What are the potential impacts of not addressing CVE-2024-35838?
Failing to address CVE-2024-35838 could lead to potential security risks due to the exposure of sensitive information through sta-link leaks.
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