CVE-2024-45774
First published: Mon Jan 13 2025(Updated: )
A flaw was found in grub2. A specially crafted JPEG file can cause the JPEG parser of grub2 to incorrectly check the bounds of its internal buffers, resulting in an out-of-bounds write. The possibility of overwriting sensitive information to bypass secure boot protections is not discarded.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GRUB 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-45774?
CVE-2024-45774 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow out-of-bounds writes.
How do I fix CVE-2024-45774?
To fix CVE-2024-45774, update to the latest patched version of GNU GRUB2 as provided by your distribution.
What impact does CVE-2024-45774 have on secure boot?
CVE-2024-45774 could potentially allow an attacker to bypass secure boot protections by overwriting sensitive information.
Which software is affected by CVE-2024-45774?
CVE-2024-45774 affects versions of GNU GRUB2 that utilize the JPEG parser.
Is CVE-2024-45774 an exploitable vulnerability?
Yes, CVE-2024-45774 is considered potentially exploitable due to the out-of-bounds write vulnerability.
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