CVE-2024-56578: media: imx-jpeg: Set video drvdata before register video device
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
media: imx-jpeg: Set video drvdata before register video device
The video drvdata should be set before the video device is registered, otherwise videodrvdata() may return NULL in the open() file ops, and led to oops.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-56578?
CVE-2024-56578 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for memory-related issues.
How do I fix CVE-2024-56578?
To fix CVE-2024-56578, update your Linux kernel to a version that resolves the vulnerability, such as those released after the affected versions.
What systems are affected by CVE-2024-56578?
CVE-2024-56578 affects Linux kernel versions from 5.13 to 5.15.174, 5.16 to 6.1.120, 6.2 to 6.6.64, and 6.7 to 6.12.4.
What could be the impact of CVE-2024-56578?
The impact of CVE-2024-56578 includes possible memory corruption leading to crashes or unexpected behavior when accessing video devices.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-56578?
Currently, the best approach is to apply the available updates or mitigations as there is no known effective workaround.