7.8
CWE
787
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-56626: ksmbd: fix Out-of-Bounds Write in ksmbd_vfs_stream_write

First published: Fri Dec 27 2024(Updated: )

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ksmbd: fix Out-of-Bounds Write in ksmbd_vfs_stream_write An offset from client could be a negative value, It could allows to write data outside the bounds of the allocated buffer. Note that this issue is coming when setting 'vfs objects = streams_xattr parameter' in ksmbd.conf.

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Linux Kernel>=5.15<5.15.176
Linux Kernel>=5.16<6.1.120
Linux Kernel>=6.2<6.6.66
Linux Kernel>=6.7<6.12.5
Linux Kernel=6.13-rc1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-56626?

    CVE-2024-56626 has been classified with a severity level that indicates a potential risk of data corruption or system instability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-56626?

    To fix CVE-2024-56626, you should apply the latest patch or update provided by the Linux kernel maintainers.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2024-56626?

    CVE-2024-56626 affects various versions of the Linux kernel between 5.15 and 6.12.5, including specific release candidates.

  • What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2024-56626?

    CVE-2024-56626 involves an out-of-bounds write vulnerability that may allow an attacker to write data outside the bounds of the allocated buffer.

  • Is CVE-2024-56626 actively exploited in the wild?

    As of now, there is no public information to suggest that CVE-2024-56626 is actively exploited in the wild.

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