CVE-2024-56726: octeontx2-pf: handle otx2_mbox_get_rsp errors in cn10k.c
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
octeontx2-pf: handle otx2mboxgetrsp errors in cn10k.c
Add error pointer check after calling otx2mboxgetrsp().
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-56726?
CVE-2024-56726 has been rated as a vulnerability in the Linux kernel due to error handling in certain conditions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-56726?
To address CVE-2024-56726, ensure that you upgrade to a patched version of the Linux kernel that includes the error pointer checks.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-56726?
CVE-2024-56726 affects Linux kernel versions between 5.14 and 5.15.174, as well as other specified versions up to 6.12.2.
Is CVE-2024-56726 remotely exploitable?
CVE-2024-56726 does not indicate that it is remotely exploitable, focusing more on internal error handling.
What components of the Linux kernel are impacted by CVE-2024-56726?
CVE-2024-56726 impacts the octeontx2 driver, specifically within the cn10k.c file related to mailbox response handling.