7.8
CWE
415
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-56704: 9p/xen: fix release of IRQ

First published: Sat Dec 28 2024(Updated: )

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: 9p/xen: fix release of IRQ Kernel logs indicate an IRQ was double-freed. Pass correct device ID during IRQ release. [Dominique: remove confusing variable reset to 0]

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Linux Kernel>=4.12<4.19.325
Linux Kernel>=4.20<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<6.6.64
Linux Kernel>=6.7<6.11.11
Linux Kernel>=6.12<6.12.2
debian/linux<=5.10.223-1<=5.10.226-1
6.1.123-1
6.1.128-1
6.12.12-1
6.12.15-1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-56704?

    The severity of CVE-2024-56704 is categorized as moderate due to the risk of IRQ double-freed issues leading to possible system instability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-56704?

    To fix CVE-2024-56704, you should update your Linux kernel to the latest stable version that contains the patch for this vulnerability.

  • Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-56704?

    CVE-2024-56704 affects Linux kernel versions from 4.12 to 6.12.x, excluding patched versions.

  • What systems are impacted by CVE-2024-56704?

    Systems running affected versions of the Linux kernel, particularly those utilizing the 9p file system, are impacted by CVE-2024-56704.

  • Is CVE-2024-56704 a remote exploit?

    CVE-2024-56704 is not directly classified as a remote exploit, as it primarily involves local system vulnerabilities related to IRQ handling.

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