CVE-2024-50242: fs/ntfs3: Additional check in ntfs_file_release
First published: Sat Nov 09 2024(Updated: )
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: fs/ntfs3: Additional check in ntfs_file_release
Credit: 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Linux Kernel | <6.6.60 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=6.7<6.11.7 | |
| Linux Kernel | =6.12-rc1 | |
| Linux Kernel | =6.12-rc2 | |
| debian/linux | 5.10.223-1 5.10.234-1 6.1.129-1 6.1.135-1 6.12.22-1 6.12.25-1 | |
| debian/linux-6.1 | 6.1.129-1~deb11u1 |
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Reference Links
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/542532afe249588ae88d8409d4bf861c315f8862
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/d1ac7e2620302e3e49573df39bd4e868e8b4962a
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/550ef40fa6366d5d11b122e5f36b1f9aa20c087e
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/82685eb6ca1db2bd11190451085bcb86ed03aa24
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/031d6f608290c847ba6378322d0986d08d1a645a
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2024-50242
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-50242
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2024-50242
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2024-50242
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2024-50242
- https://git.kernel.org/linus/031d6f608290c847ba6378322d0986d08d1a645a
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-50242?
The severity of CVE-2024-50242 is classified as moderate, which may allow for potential privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2024-50242?
To fix CVE-2024-50242, update the affected Linux kernel to versions 5.10.223-1, 6.1.128-1~deb11u1, or later.
What versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-50242?
CVE-2024-50242 affects Linux kernel versions between 6.7 and 6.11.7, as well as the 6.12-rc1 and 6.12-rc2 releases.
Are there any known exploits for CVE-2024-50242?
As of now, there are no publicly disclosed exploits specifically targeting CVE-2024-50242.
What components of the Linux kernel are impacted by CVE-2024-50242?
CVE-2024-50242 impacts the NTFS3 filesystem component in the Linux kernel.
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