CVE-2024-50063: bpf: Prevent tail call between progs attached to different hooks

Published Oct 21, 2024
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Updated

bpf: Prevent tail call between progs attached to different hooks

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Launchpad

Affected Software

7 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel>=5.5<6.6.57
Linux Linux kernel>=6.7<6.11.4
debian/linux<=5.10.223-1, <=5.10.234-1, <=6.1.129-1
6.1.135-16.12.25-16.12.27-1
Microsoft cbl2 kernel 5.15.173.1-1
Debian Debian Linux=11.0
Linux Linux kernel>=5.5<6.1.135
Linux Linux kernel>=6.2<6.6.57

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/linux to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.1.135-1Fixed in 6.12.25-1Fixed in 6.12.27-1

Event History

Oct 21, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:39 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:39 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Feb 20, 2025
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·12:47 AM
Description
May 7, 2025
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·01:05 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Sep 4, 2025
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·03:12 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·03:12 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·03:12 AM
DescriptionSeverity
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-50063?

CVE-2024-50063 has a high severity rating due to its potential impact on kernel stability and security.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-50063?

To address CVE-2024-50063, update the Linux kernel to versions 6.12.12-1 or 6.12.15-1.

3

Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-50063?

CVE-2024-50063 affects Linux kernel versions between 5.5 and 6.6.57, as well as versions between 6.7 and 6.11.4.

4

What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2024-50063?

CVE-2024-50063 allows for inappropriate tail calls between BPF programs attached to different hooks, leading to potential misuse.

5

Is there a known exploit for CVE-2024-50063?

As of now, there are no publicly disclosed exploits specifically targeting CVE-2024-50063.

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