CVE-2024-50248: ntfs3: Add bounds checking to mi_enum_attr()
First published: Sat Nov 09 2024(Updated: )
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ntfs3: Add bounds checking to mi_enum_attr() Added bounds checking to make sure that every attr don't stray beyond valid memory region.
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 6.1.133-1 6.12.21-1 6.12.22-1 | |
| debian/linux-6.1 | 6.1.129-1~deb11u1 |
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Reference Links
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/386613a44b858304a88529ade2ccc1e079a5fc56
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/22cdf3be7d34f61a91b9e2966fec3a29f3871398
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/809f9b419c75f8042c58434d2bfe849140643e9d
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/556bdf27c2dd5c74a9caacbe524b943a6cd42d99
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2024-50248
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-50248
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2024-50248
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2024-50248
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2024-50248
- https://git.kernel.org/linus/556bdf27c2dd5c74a9caacbe524b943a6cd42d99
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-50248?
CVE-2024-50248 has been classified as a significant vulnerability due to its potential impact on system stability and security.
How do I fix CVE-2024-50248?
To resolve CVE-2024-50248, update your Linux kernel to the latest fixed versions, such as 5.10.223-1 or 6.12.15-1.
What systems are affected by CVE-2024-50248?
CVE-2024-50248 affects multiple versions of the Linux kernel, including versions 6.7 to 6.11.7 and specific release candidates.
What does CVE-2024-50248 address?
CVE-2024-50248 addresses a vulnerability in the ntfs3 module related to inadequate bounds checking in the mi_enum_attr() function.
Is CVE-2024-50248 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2024-50248 is primarily a local vulnerability that could be exploited by users with local access to the affected systems.
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