CVE-2024-44977: drm/amdgpu: Validate TA binary size
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
drm/amdgpu: Validate TA binary size
Add TA binary size validation to avoid OOB write.
(cherry picked from commit c0a04e3570d72aaf090962156ad085e37c62e442)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-44977?
CVE-2024-44977 has a medium severity level due to its potential for causing out-of-bounds writes in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2024-44977?
To fix CVE-2024-44977, update to the recommended versions of the Linux kernel, specifically 6.1.123-1 or later.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-44977?
CVE-2024-44977 affects several versions of the Linux kernel, specifically from versions 6.2 to 6.6.48 and specific release candidates of version 6.11.
Is CVE-2024-44977 related to DRM or AMD graphics?
Yes, CVE-2024-44977 is associated with the AMD GPU drivers in the Linux kernel, relating to TA binary size validation.
What could happen if CVE-2024-44977 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2024-44977 could lead to potential system crashes or arbitrary code execution due to out-of-bounds memory access.