CVE-2024-53210: s390/iucv: MSG_PEEK causes memory leak in iucv_sock_destruct()
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
Other sources
s390/iucv: MSGPEEK causes memory leak in iucvsockdestruct()
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.1.176-1Fixed in 6.1.187-1Fixed in 6.12.107-1Fixed in 6.12.111-1Fixed in 7.2.9-1Fixed in 7.2.10-1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-53210?
CVE-2024-53210 has a medium severity level due to the potential for a memory leak.
How do I fix CVE-2024-53210?
To fix CVE-2024-53210, upgrade your Linux kernel to versions 6.1.123-1, 6.1.128-1, 6.12.12-1, or 6.12.15-1.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-53210?
CVE-2024-53210 affects Linux kernel versions from 2.6.21 up to, but not including, 6.1.120, and from 6.2 up to, but not including, 6.6.64, as well as others.
What is the impact of CVE-2024-53210 on the Linux kernel?
The impact of CVE-2024-53210 is a memory leak that could lead to increased resource consumption over time.
What systems are at risk due to CVE-2024-53210?
Systems running vulnerable versions of the Linux kernel, especially in enterprise environments, are at risk due to CVE-2024-53210.