CVE-2024-39494: ima: Fix use-after-free on a dentry's dname.name
ima: Fix use-after-free on a dentry's dname.name
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Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.1.129-1Fixed in 6.1.135-1Fixed in 6.12.27-1 - Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/linux-6.1to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.1.129-1~deb11u1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-39494?
The severity of CVE-2024-39494 is classified as medium due to potential use-after-free vulnerabilities in the Linux kernel.
What versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-39494?
CVE-2024-39494 affects Linux kernel versions between 5.10 and less than 6.1.97, as well as certain versions up to 6.6.x and 6.9.x.
How do I fix CVE-2024-39494?
To fix CVE-2024-39494, upgrade to Linux kernel versions 6.1.123-1, 6.1.119-1, 6.12.11-1, or 6.12.12-1.
Can CVE-2024-39494 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2024-39494 generally requires local access to exploit conditions, limiting its risk of remote exploitation.
What types of systems are primarily affected by CVE-2024-39494?
CVE-2024-39494 primarily impacts systems running the Linux kernel, including servers and desktop environments.