CVE-2024-56679: octeontx2-pf: handle otx2_mbox_get_rsp errors in otx2_common.c
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
octeontx2-pf: handle otx2mboxgetrsp errors in otx2common.c
Add error pointer check after calling otx2mboxgetrsp().
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-56679?
CVE-2024-56679 is classified as a security vulnerability in the Linux kernel that impacts software stability.
How do I fix CVE-2024-56679?
To fix CVE-2024-56679, update to any of the patched kernel versions: 5.10.223-1, 5.10.226-1, 6.1.123-1, 6.1.128-1, 6.12.12-1, or 6.12.15-1.
Which versions of Linux are affected by CVE-2024-56679?
The vulnerable versions related to CVE-2024-56679 are those prior to 5.10.223-1, 5.10.226-1, 6.1.123-1, 6.1.128-1, 6.12.12-1, and 6.12.15-1.
What type of issues does CVE-2024-56679 address?
CVE-2024-56679 addresses an issue in the octeontx2 driver related to error handling in the Linux kernel.
Is there a specific mechanism affected by CVE-2024-56679?
CVE-2024-56679 specifically affects the otx2_mbox_get_rsp function in the otx2_common.c file.