CVE-2024-50049: drm/amd/display: Check null pointer before dereferencing se
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
drm/amd/display: Check null pointer before dereferencing se
[WHAT & HOW] se is null checked previously in the same function, indicating it might be null; therefore, it must be checked when used again.
This fixes 1 FORWARDNULL issue reported by Coverity.
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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 5.10.234-1Fixed in 6.1.129-1Fixed in 6.1.135-1Fixed in 6.12.25-1Fixed in 6.12.27-1 - 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-2024-50049?
CVE-2024-50049 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2024-50049?
To fix CVE-2024-50049, update the Linux kernel to a version that is not affected, such as 6.1.123-1 or higher.
What versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-50049?
CVE-2024-50049 affects Linux kernel versions prior to 5.11, 5.15.168, 6.1.113, 6.6.57, and 6.11.4.
How can I verify if my system is vulnerable to CVE-2024-50049?
You can verify if your system is vulnerable by checking the kernel version against the affected versions listed for CVE-2024-50049.
What components are impacted by CVE-2024-50049?
CVE-2024-50049 impacts the drm/amd/display component of the Linux kernel.