CVE-2024-53106: ima: fix buffer overrun in ima_eventdigest_init_common
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
ima: fix buffer overrun in imaeventdigestinitcommon
Function imaeventdigestinit() calls imaeventdigestinitcommon() with HASHALGOLAST which is then used to access the array hashdigestsize[] leading to buffer overrun. Have a conditional statement to handle this.
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— Launchpad
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.10.223-1Fixed in 5.10.234-1Fixed in 6.1.129-1Fixed in 6.1.135-1Fixed in 6.12.22-1Fixed in 6.12.25-1 - Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/linux-6.1to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.1.129-1~deb11u1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-53106?
The severity of CVE-2024-53106 is classified as high due to the potential for exploitation leading to buffer overrun.
How do I fix CVE-2024-53106?
To fix CVE-2024-53106, update the Linux kernel to the latest patched version provided by your distribution.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2024-53106?
CVE-2024-53106 affects systems running vulnerable versions of the Linux kernel.
Is CVE-2024-53106 actively exploited in the wild?
As of now, there is no public information indicating that CVE-2024-53106 is actively exploited in the wild.
What components are involved in CVE-2024-53106?
CVE-2024-53106 involves the ima_eventdigest_init_common function within the Linux kernel.