CVE-2024-56727: octeontx2-pf: handle otx2_mbox_get_rsp errors in otx2_flows.c
First published: Sun Dec 29 2024(Updated: )
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: octeontx2-pf: handle otx2_mbox_get_rsp errors in otx2_flows.c Adding error pointer check after calling otx2_mbox_get_rsp().
Credit: 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Linux Kernel | >=5.11<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 5.10.234-1 6.1.129-1 6.1.135-1 6.12.22-1 6.12.25-1 | |
| debian/linux-6.1 | 6.1.129-1~deb11u1 |
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Reference Links
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/8c9f8b35dc3d4ad8053a72bc0c5a7843591f6b75
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/c4eae7bac880edd88aaed6a8ec2997fa85e259c7
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/a479b3d7586e6f77f8337bbcac980eaf2d0a4029
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/e5e60f17d2462ef5c13db4d1a54eef5778fd2295
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/bd3110bc102ab6292656b8118be819faa0de8dd0
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2024-56727
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-56727
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2024-56727
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2024-56727
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2024-56727
- https://git.kernel.org/linus/bd3110bc102ab6292656b8118be819faa0de8dd0
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-56727?
CVE-2024-56727 has a moderate severity level due to its potential impact on the stability of the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2024-56727?
To fix CVE-2024-56727, update the Linux kernel to a version that includes the error pointer check improvements after otx2_mbox_get_rsp().
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-56727?
CVE-2024-56727 affects multiple Linux kernel versions ranging from 5.11 to 6.12, including specific version ranges.
Is CVE-2024-56727 a remote code execution vulnerability?
No, CVE-2024-56727 does not present a remote code execution risk; it primarily affects kernel stability.
When was CVE-2024-56727 initially reported?
CVE-2024-56727 was publicly disclosed in early 2024 as part of ongoing security updates to the Linux kernel.
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