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- CVE-2024-56591
CVE-2024-56591: Bluetooth: hci_conn: Use disable_delayed_work_sync
First published: Fri Dec 27 2024(Updated: )
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: Bluetooth: hci_conn: Use disable_delayed_work_sync This makes use of disable_delayed_work_sync instead cancel_delayed_work_sync as it not only cancel the ongoing work but also disables new submit which is disarable since the object holding the work is about to be freed.
Credit: 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/linux | <=5.10.223-1<=5.10.234-1<=6.1.129-1<=6.1.128-1 | 6.12.20-1 6.12.21-1 |
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Reference Links
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/2b0f2fc9ed62e73c95df1fa8ed2ba3dac54699df
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/c55a4c5a04bae40dcdc1e1c19d8eb79a06fb3397
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2024-56591
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-56591
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2024-56591
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2024-56591
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2024-56591
- https://git.kernel.org/linus/2b0f2fc9ed62e73c95df1fa8ed2ba3dac54699df
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-56591?
CVE-2024-56591 has a severity rating that reflects its potential impact on system security, particularly concerning Bluetooth functionality in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2024-56591?
To fix CVE-2024-56591, you should upgrade to the patched versions of the Linux package, specifically 6.12.20-1 or 6.12.21-1.
Which versions of Linux are affected by CVE-2024-56591?
CVE-2024-56591 affects various versions of Linux kernel up to 5.10.234-1 and 6.1.129-1 in the Debian package.
Is CVE-2024-56591 exploitable remotely?
CVE-2024-56591 may provide an attack vector that could be exploited remotely, particularly if Bluetooth services are exposed.
What component of the Linux kernel does CVE-2024-56591 impact?
CVE-2024-56591 specifically impacts the Bluetooth component of the Linux kernel, concerning the handling of delayed work.
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