CVE-2024-56720: bpf, sockmap: Several fixes to bpf_msg_pop_data

Published Dec 29, 2024
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Updated

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:

bpf, sockmap: Several fixes to bpfmsgpopdata

Several fixes to bpfmsgpopdata, 1. In skmsgshiftleft, we should putpage 2. if (len == 0), return early is better 3. pop the entire skmsg (last == msg->sg.size) should be supported 4. Fix for the value of variable "a" 5. In skmsgshiftleft, after shifting, i has already pointed to the next element. Addtional skmsgitervarnext may result in BUG.

Other sources

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Launchpad

Affected Software

9 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel>=5.0<5.4.287
Linux Linux kernel>=5.5<5.10.231
Linux Linux kernel>=5.11<5.15.174
Linux Linux kernel>=5.16<6.1.120
Linux Linux kernel>=6.2<6.6.64
Linux Linux kernel>=6.7<6.11.11
Linux Linux kernel>=6.12<6.12.2
debian/linux<=5.10.223-1
5.10.234-16.1.129-16.1.135-16.12.22-16.12.25-1
debian/linux-6.1
6.1.129-1~deb11u1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/linux to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 5.10.234-1Fixed in 6.1.129-1Fixed in 6.1.135-1Fixed in 6.12.22-1Fixed in 6.12.25-1
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/linux-6.1 to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.1.129-1~deb11u1

Event History

Dec 29, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:29 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:29 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Mar 24, 2025
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·01:06 AM
Description
Apr 29, 2025
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·01:13 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Jan 13, 58561
Event
via MITRE·09:30 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-56720?

CVE-2024-56720 has a medium severity rating due to potential impacts on system stability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-56720?

To fix CVE-2024-56720, update your Linux kernel to a version that includes the patch from the upstream repository.

3

What versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-56720?

CVE-2024-56720 affects Linux kernel versions from 5.0 up to 6.12.2 across various ranges.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2024-56720 on my system?

The impact of CVE-2024-56720 could lead to potential data loss or system crashes under specific conditions.

5

Is CVE-2024-56720 a remote or local vulnerability?

CVE-2024-56720 is considered a local vulnerability, requiring local access to exploit.

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