CVE-2024-56707: octeontx2-pf: handle otx2_mbox_get_rsp errors in otx2_dmac_flt.c
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
octeontx2-pf: handle otx2mboxgetrsp errors in otx2dmacflt.c
Add error pointer checks after calling otx2mboxgetrsp().
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-56707?
CVE-2024-56707 is classified as a vulnerability within the Linux kernel, specifically affecting the octeontx2-pf driver.
How do I fix CVE-2024-56707?
To address CVE-2024-56707, update the Linux kernel to version 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 on Debian systems.
Which versions of Linux are affected by CVE-2024-56707?
Linux kernel versions prior to the patched versions mentioned, specifically those not updated to 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, are considered affected.
What component of the Linux kernel does CVE-2024-56707 impact?
CVE-2024-56707 impacts the octeontx2-pf driver in the Linux kernel.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-56707?
CVE-2024-56707 is a programming error vulnerability that can lead to unhandled response errors in the octeontx2-pf driver.