CVE-2024-49921: drm/amd/display: Check null pointers before used
drm/amd/display: Check null pointers before used
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-49921?
CVE-2024-49921 is categorized with a medium severity due to the potential for null pointer dereferences in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2024-49921?
To address CVE-2024-49921, update to a patched version of the Linux kernel, specifically 6.12.12-1 or 6.12.15-1.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-49921?
CVE-2024-49921 affects Linux kernel versions prior to 6.12.12-1 and those within the range of 5.10.223-1 and 6.1.128-1.
Is CVE-2024-49921 related to any specific Linux distributions?
Yes, CVE-2024-49921 impacts various distributions using the Linux kernel, including Debian and potentially Ubuntu.
What could potentially happen if CVE-2024-49921 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2024-49921 could lead to application crashes or potentially allow an attacker to escalate privileges on the system.