7.8
CWE
129
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-56596: jfs: fix array-index-out-of-bounds in jfs_readdir

First published: Fri Dec 27 2024(Updated: )

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: jfs: fix array-index-out-of-bounds in jfs_readdir The stbl might contain some invalid values. Added a check to return error code in that case.

Credit: 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Linux Kernel<5.4.287
Linux Kernel>=5.5<5.10.231
Linux Kernel>=5.11<5.15.174
Linux Kernel>=5.16<6.1.120
Linux Kernel>=6.2<6.6.66
Linux Kernel>=6.7<6.12.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-56596?

    CVE-2024-56596 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on system integrity.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-56596?

    To fix CVE-2024-56596, update the Linux kernel to a patched version beyond the specified vulnerable versions.

  • What does CVE-2024-56596 affect?

    CVE-2024-56596 affects multiple versions of the Linux kernel ranging from 5.4.287 to versions before 6.6.66.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-56596?

    CVE-2024-56596 is an array-index-out-of-bounds vulnerability in the jfs_readdir implementation of the Linux kernel.

  • How can I determine if my system is vulnerable to CVE-2024-56596?

    To determine if your system is vulnerable to CVE-2024-56596, check the kernel version against the affected versions listed in the CVE description.

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