CVE-2024-38607: macintosh/via-macii: Fix "BUG: sleeping function called from invalid context"
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
macintosh/via-macii: Fix "BUG: sleeping function called from invalid context"
The via-macii ADB driver calls requestirq() after disabling hard interrupts. But disabling interrupts isn't necessary here because the VIA shift register interrupt was masked during VIA1 initialization.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
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debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.1.94-1 - Upgrade
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debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.8.12-1 - Upgrade
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debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.1.176-1Fixed in 6.1.190-1Fixed in 6.12.107-1Fixed in 6.12.115-2Fixed in 7.2.12-1Fixed in 7.2.15-1
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-38607?
CVE-2024-38607 is considered a medium severity vulnerability in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2024-38607?
To fix CVE-2024-38607, upgrade to the patched versions of the Linux kernel, specifically 5.10.223-1, 5.10.226-1, 6.1.123-1, 6.1.128-1, 6.12.12-1, or 6.12.15-1.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-38607?
CVE-2024-38607 affects all versions of the Linux kernel prior to the patched releases mentioned.
What is the impact of CVE-2024-38607 on system performance?
The impact of CVE-2024-38607 may lead to system instability or crashes when the ADB driver operates in an invalid context.
Is CVE-2024-38607 exploitable remotely?
CVE-2024-38607 is not known to be exploitable remotely as it involves local operations in the kernel.