CVE-2024-53103: hv_sock: Initializing vsk->trans to NULL to prevent a dangling pointer
First published: Mon Dec 02 2024(Updated: )
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: hv_sock: Initializing vsk->trans to NULL to prevent a dangling pointer When hvs is released, there is a possibility that vsk->trans may not be initialized to NULL, which could lead to a dangling pointer. This issue is resolved by initializing vsk->trans to NULL.
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| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Linux Kernel | <4.19.324 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=4.20<5.4.286 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=5.5<5.10.230 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=5.11<5.15.172 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=5.16<6.1.117 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=6.2<6.6.61 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=6.7<6.11.8 | |
| Linux Kernel | =6.12 | |
| Linux Kernel | =6.12-rc1 | |
| Linux Kernel | =6.12-rc2 | |
| Linux Kernel | =6.12-rc3 | |
| Linux Kernel | =6.12-rc4 | |
| Linux Kernel | =6.12-rc5 | |
| Linux Kernel | =6.12-rc6 | |
| Linux Kernel | =6.12-rc7 | |
| debian/linux | <=5.10.223-1<=5.10.226-1 | 6.1.123-1 6.1.128-1 6.12.12-1 6.12.13-1 |
| debian/linux-6.1 | 6.1.119-1~deb11u1 |
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Reference Links
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/285266ef92f7b4bf7d26e1e95e215ce6a6badb4a
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/414476c4fb11be070c09ab8f3e75c9ee324a108a
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/4bdc5a62c6e50600d8a1c3e18fd6dce0c27c9497
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/4fe1d42f2acc463b733bb42e3f8e67dbc2a0eb2d
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/7cf25987820350cb950856c71b409e5b6eed52bd
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/8621725afb38e111969c64280b71480afde2aace
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/98d8dde9232250a57ad5ef16479bf6a349e09b80
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/e0fe3392371293175f25028020ded5267f4cd8e3
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/e629295bd60abf4da1db85b82819ca6a4f6c1e79
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2024-53103
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-53103
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2024-53103
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2024-53103
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2024-53103
- https://git.kernel.org/linus/e629295bd60abf4da1db85b82819ca6a4f6c1e79
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-53103?
CVE-2024-53103 has been classified as a severity level that requires attention due to potential risks associated with dangling pointers in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2024-53103?
To fix CVE-2024-53103, ensure to update your Linux kernel to one of the patched versions, such as 6.1.123-1 or 6.12.11-1.
Which Linux kernel versions are affected by CVE-2024-53103?
CVE-2024-53103 affects Linux kernel versions prior to 5.10.223-1 and various other versions between 4.19 and the latest releases.
What are the potential impacts of not addressing CVE-2024-53103?
Failing to address CVE-2024-53103 may lead to system instability, security vulnerabilities, and potential exploitation through dangling pointers.
Is my version of Linux kernel vulnerable to CVE-2024-53103?
You are vulnerable to CVE-2024-53103 if you are running a version of the Linux kernel between 4.19 and 5.10.223-1 or any other affected version.
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