CVE-2024-50185: mptcp: handle consistently DSS corruption
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
mptcp: handle consistently DSS corruption
Bugged peer implementation can send corrupted DSS options, consistently hitting a few warning in the data path. Use DEBUGNET assertions, to avoid the splat on some builds and handle consistently the error, dumping related MIBs and performing fallback and/or reset according to the subflow type.
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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 6.12.25-1 - Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/linux-6.1to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.1.129-1~deb11u1 - Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 5.15.167.1-2
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-50185?
CVE-2024-50185 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause data corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2024-50185?
To mitigate CVE-2024-50185, update the Linux kernel to versions beyond 5.10.228, 5.15.169, 6.1.113, 6.6.57, 6.11.4, or 6.12-rc1/rc2.
What versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-50185?
CVE-2024-50185 affects Linux kernel versions from 5.7 to 5.10.228, 5.11 to 5.15.169, 5.16 to 6.1.113, 6.2 to 6.6.57, and 6.7 to 6.11.4.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2024-50185?
CVE-2024-50185 can be exploited by remote attackers aiming to send corrupted DSS options to the kernel.
What is the impact of CVE-2024-50185 on system operation?
The primary impact of CVE-2024-50185 is the potential for data corruption and instability within affected systems.