CVE-2024-50160: ALSA: hda/cs8409: Fix possible NULL dereference
ALSA: hda/cs8409: Fix possible NULL dereference
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Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
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debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.10.223-1Fixed 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
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debian/linux-6.1to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.1.129-1~deb11u1 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 5.15.173.1-1 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.6.64.2-1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-50160?
CVE-2024-50160 is classified as a vulnerability in the Linux kernel that can lead to a NULL pointer dereference.
How do I fix CVE-2024-50160?
To fix CVE-2024-50160, ensure that you update your Linux kernel to a version that has addressed this vulnerability.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-50160?
CVE-2024-50160 affects various versions of the Linux kernel ranging from 5.15 to 6.12-rc3.
What causes the vulnerability described in CVE-2024-50160?
The vulnerability in CVE-2024-50160 is caused by a possible NULL dereference when memory allocation fails during snd_hda_gen_add_kctl.
Is CVE-2024-50160 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2024-50160 is generally considered a local vulnerability as it requires execution within the context of the affected kernel.