CVE-2024-56767: dmaengine: at_xdmac: avoid null_prt_deref in at_xdmac_prep_dma_memset
dmaengine: atxdmac: avoid nullprtderef in atxdmacprepdmamemset
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What is the severity of CVE-2024-56767?
CVE-2024-56767 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to potential system crashes through null pointer dereference.
How do I fix CVE-2024-56767?
To fix CVE-2024-56767, update your Linux kernel to a version that includes the necessary patches.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-56767?
CVE-2024-56767 affects specific versions of the Linux kernel ranging from 4.2 to 6.1.123, 6.2 to 6.6.69, and 6.7 to 6.12.8, along with rc1 to rc4 of 6.13.
What causes the vulnerability CVE-2024-56767 in the Linux kernel?
CVE-2024-56767 is caused by the at_xdmac_memset_create_desc function returning NULL, which can result in a null pointer dereference when certain input conditions are met.
Is CVE-2024-56767 a remote code execution vulnerability?
CVE-2024-56767 does not directly lead to remote code execution but can cause system instability and crashes.