CVE-2024-53099: bpf: Check validity of link->type in bpf_link_show_fdinfo()

Published Nov 25, 2024
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Updated

bpf: Check validity of link->type in bpflinkshowfdinfo()

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Affected Software

13 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel<6.6.62
Linux Linux kernel>=6.7<6.11.9
Linux Linux kernel=6.12-rc1
Linux Linux kernel=6.12-rc2
Linux Linux kernel=6.12-rc3
Linux Linux kernel=6.12-rc4
debian/linux<=5.10.223-1
5.10.234-16.1.129-16.1.135-16.12.25-16.12.27-1
debian/linux-6.1
6.1.129-1~deb11u1
Microsoft cbl2 kernel 5.15.180.1-1
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.57.1-7
Microsoft cbl2 kernel 5.15.180.1-1
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.64.2-1
Microsoft cbl2 kernel 5.15.176.3-1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/linux to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 5.10.234-1Fixed in 6.1.129-1Fixed in 6.1.135-1Fixed in 6.12.25-1Fixed in 6.12.27-1
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/linux-6.1 to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.1.129-1~deb11u1

Event History

Nov 25, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:21 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:21 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jan 29, 2025
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·08:00 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Feb 20, 2025
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·12:51 AM
Description
Apr 29, 2025
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·01:09 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-53099?

CVE-2024-53099 has been rated as a medium severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-53099?

To fix CVE-2024-53099, update your Linux kernel to version 6.1.123-1, 6.1.128-1, 6.12.12-1, or 6.12.15-1.

3

Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-53099?

CVE-2024-53099 affects Linux kernel versions from 6.7 to 6.11.9 and specific release candidates in version 6.12.

4

What is the nature of the vulnerability described in CVE-2024-53099?

CVE-2024-53099 involves an out-of-bounds access due to improper handling of a new link type in BPF.

5

Is CVE-2024-53099 exploitable?

Yes, CVE-2024-53099 is potentially exploitable, which could lead to a denial of service or code execution.

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