CVE-2024-43909: drm/amdgpu/pm: Fix the null pointer dereference for smu7
Published Aug 26, 2024
·Updated
drm/amdgpu/pm: Fix the null pointer dereference for smu7
Affected Software
9 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel<5.15.165
Linux Linux kernel>=5.16<6.1.105
Linux Linux kernel>=6.2<6.6.46
Linux Linux kernel>=6.7<6.10.5
debian/linux<=5.10.223-1, <=5.10.234-1
6.1.129-16.1.135-16.12.25-16.12.27-1
debian/linux-6.1
6.1.129-1~deb11u1
Microsoft cbl2 kernel 5.15.164.1-1
Microsoft cbl2 kernel 5.15.167.1-1
Microsoft cbl2 kernel 5.15.164.1-1
Remediation
Event History
Aug 26, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:11 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:11 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Oct 12, 2024
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Apr 29, 2025
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·06:23 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-43909?
CVE-2024-43909 has a medium severity rating, indicating potential risks to system stability and security.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-43909?
To fix CVE-2024-43909, update the Linux kernel to the recommended patched versions, which include kernels 6.1.123-1 and 6.12.12-1.
3
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-43909?
CVE-2024-43909 affects Linux kernel versions between 5.15 and 6.10.5, as well as certain versions between 5.16 and 6.6.46.
4
Is there a specific distribution impacted by CVE-2024-43909?
Yes, Debian-based distributions may be impacted by CVE-2024-43909 and should apply the relevant patches.
5
What does CVE-2024-43909 imply for Linux kernel users?
CVE-2024-43909 implies that Linux kernel users should take corrective actions to mitigate risks associated with null pointer dereferences.