CVE-2024-53068: firmware: arm_scmi: Fix slab-use-after-free in scmi_bus_notifier()
firmware: armscmi: Fix slab-use-after-free in scmibusnotifier()
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-53068?
CVE-2024-53068 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential impact of a slab-use-after-free vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2024-53068?
To fix CVE-2024-53068, ensure your Linux kernel is updated to a version that contains the security patch addressing this vulnerability.
Which Linux kernel versions are affected by CVE-2024-53068?
CVE-2024-53068 affects Linux kernel versions from 5.6 to 6.6.61 and versions from 6.7 to 6.11.8, along with several release candidates for 6.12.
What is the cause of CVE-2024-53068?
CVE-2024-53068 is caused by premature release of the scmi_dev->name in the function __scmi_device_destroy(), leading to slab-use-after-free issues.
How can I determine if my system is vulnerable to CVE-2024-53068?
To determine if your system is vulnerable to CVE-2024-53068, check the version of your Linux kernel against the affected versions listed for this vulnerability.