CVE-2024-56776: drm/sti: avoid potential dereference of error pointers
drm/sti: avoid potential dereference of error pointers
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Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
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debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.1.129-1Fixed in 6.1.135-1Fixed in 6.12.27-1 - Upgrade
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debian/linux-6.1to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.1.129-1~deb11u1 - Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 5.15.176.3-1 - Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 6.6.64.2-1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-56776?
CVE-2024-56776 has a high severity due to potential dereference of error pointers leading to vulnerabilities in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2024-56776?
To fix CVE-2024-56776, update your Linux kernel to a version that includes the security patches.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-56776?
CVE-2024-56776 affects Linux kernel versions from 4.6 to 5.15.174, from 5.16 to 6.1.120, from 6.2 to 6.6.64, and from 6.7 to 6.12.4.
What component of the Linux kernel is impacted by CVE-2024-56776?
CVE-2024-56776 impacts the drm/sti component of the Linux kernel.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-56776?
No official workaround is recommended for CVE-2024-56776; the best course of action is to apply the updated kernel.