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CVE-2024-56645: can: j1939: j1939_session_new(): fix skb reference counting

First published: Fri Dec 27 2024(Updated: )

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: can: j1939: j1939_session_new(): fix skb reference counting Since j1939_session_skb_queue() does an extra skb_get() for each new skb, do the same for the initial one in j1939_session_new() to avoid refcount underflow. [mkl: clean up commit message]

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Linux Kernel
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
debian/linux-6.1
6.1.129-1~deb11u1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-56645?

    CVE-2024-56645 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability in the Linux kernel.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-56645?

    To address CVE-2024-56645, update to the latest version of the Linux kernel that includes the fix for this vulnerability.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2024-56645?

    CVE-2024-56645 can lead to reference counting issues which may result in system instability or crashes.

  • Is CVE-2024-56645 exploitable remotely?

    CVE-2024-56645 is not classified as a remote exploit, as it primarily affects local kernel operations.

  • Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-56645?

    CVE-2024-56645 affects multiple versions of the Linux kernel prior to the release containing the fix.

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