CVE-2024-42314: btrfs: fix extent map use-after-free when adding pages to compressed bio
btrfs: fix extent map use-after-free when adding pages to compressed bio
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— Launchpad
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.10.223-1Fixed in 5.10.234-1Fixed in 6.1.129-1Fixed in 6.1.135-1Fixed in 6.12.25-1 - 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-2024-42314?
CVE-2024-42314 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for a use-after-free condition in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2024-42314?
To fix CVE-2024-42314, update the Linux kernel to the specified patched versions such as 5.10.226-1, 6.1.128-1, or later.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2024-42314?
CVE-2024-42314 affects Linux kernel versions between 5.16 and 6.6.44 and between 6.7 and 6.10.3.
What is the impact of CVE-2024-42314 on systems?
The impact of CVE-2024-42314 could lead to system instability or potential exploitation due to improper handling of memory.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-42314?
There is no known workaround for CVE-2024-42314; updating to the patched versions is required.