CVE-2024-40431: Input Validation

Published Oct 23, 2024
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Updated

A lack of input validation in Realtek SD card reader driver before 10.0.26100.21374 through the implementation of the IOCTLSCSIPASSTHROUGH control of the SD card reader driver allows an attacker to write to predictable kernel memory locations, even as a low-privileged user.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Realtek SD card reader driver<10.0.26100.21374

Event History

Oct 23, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverity
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-40431?

CVE-2024-40431 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for kernel memory manipulation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-40431?

To fix CVE-2024-40431, update the Realtek SD card reader driver to version 10.0.26100.21374 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-40431?

CVE-2024-40431 affects users of the Realtek SD card reader driver versions before 10.0.26100.21374.

4

What kind of attack does CVE-2024-40431 enable?

CVE-2024-40431 enables low-privileged users to write to predictable kernel memory locations.

5

What does CVE-2024-40431 exploit?

CVE-2024-40431 exploits a lack of input validation in the IOCTL_SCSI_PASS_THROUGH control of the SD card reader driver.

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