CVE-2024-53137: ARM: fix cacheflush with PAN

Published Dec 4, 2024
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Updated

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:

ARM: fix cacheflush with PAN

It seems that the cacheflush syscall got broken when PAN for LPAE was implemented. User access was not enabled around the cache maintenance instructions, causing them to fault.

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Launchpad

Affected Software

9 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel>=6.10<6.11.10
Linux Linux kernel=6.12-rc1
Linux Linux kernel=6.12-rc2
Linux Linux kernel=6.12-rc3
Linux Linux kernel=6.12-rc4
Linux Linux kernel=6.12-rc5
Linux Linux kernel=6.12-rc6
Linux Linux kernel=6.12-rc7
debian/linux
5.10.223-15.10.234-16.1.129-16.1.135-16.12.25-1

Event History

Dec 4, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:20 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:20 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Feb 20, 2025
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·12:52 AM
Description
Apr 1, 2025
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·01:01 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-53137?

CVE-2024-53137 has been classified with a low severity due to its specific impact on certain Linux kernel versions.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-53137?

To fix CVE-2024-53137, update your Linux kernel to version 6.12 or newer, as well as any stable release that includes the patch.

3

Which Linux kernel versions are affected by CVE-2024-53137?

Linux kernel versions from 6.10 up to 6.11.10, as well as 6.12-rc1 through 6.12-rc7, are affected by CVE-2024-53137.

4

Is CVE-2024-53137 a remote attack vector vulnerability?

CVE-2024-53137 does not present a remote attack vector and primarily impacts local user operations.

5

What are the implications of CVE-2024-53137 for users?

Users running affected Linux kernel versions may experience faults during cache maintenance operations, potentially impacting system performance.

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