CVE-2024-56369: drm/modes: Avoid divide by zero harder in drm_mode_vrefresh()

Published Jan 11, 2025
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Updated

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

drm/modes: Avoid divide by zero harder in drmmodevrefresh()

drmmodevrefresh() is trying to avoid divide by zero by checking whether htotal or vtotal are zero. But we may still end up with a div-by-zero of vtotalhtotal...

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Launchpad

Affected Software

9 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel<5.15.176
Linux Linux kernel>=5.16<6.1.122
Linux Linux kernel>=6.2<6.6.68
Linux Linux kernel>=6.7<6.12.7
Linux Linux kernel=6.13-rc1
Linux Linux kernel=6.13-rc2
Linux Linux kernel=6.13-rc3
debian/linux<=5.10.223-1, <=5.10.234-1
6.1.129-16.1.135-16.12.27-1
debian/linux-6.1
6.1.129-1~deb11u1

Event History

Jan 11, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:35 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:35 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Apr 4, 2025
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·06:45 PM
Description
Apr 28, 2025
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·06:50 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-56369?

The severity of CVE-2024-56369 is considered to be medium, primarily due to potential issues with divide by zero in the Linux kernel.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-56369?

To fix CVE-2024-56369, update the Linux kernel to the latest stable version or apply the relevant patches provided by the maintainers.

3

Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-56369?

CVE-2024-56369 affects the Linux kernel versions from 5.15.176 up to but not including 6.1.122, and certain specific pre-release versions.

4

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-56369 on my system?

If exploited, CVE-2024-56369 could lead to system instability or crashes due to divide by zero errors in graphic modes handling.

5

Is there a proof of concept available for CVE-2024-56369?

There is currently no widely publicized proof of concept for CVE-2024-56369, but it is important to stay updated regarding potential exploitations.

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