CVE-2024-56777: drm/sti: avoid potential dereference of error pointers in sti_gdp_atomic_check
First published: Wed Jan 08 2025(Updated: )
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: drm/sti: avoid potential dereference of error pointers in sti_gdp_atomic_check The return value of drm_atomic_get_crtc_state() needs to be checked. To avoid use of error pointer 'crtc_state' in case of the failure.
Credit: 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Linux Kernel | >=4.6<5.15.174 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=5.16<6.1.120 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=6.2<6.6.64 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=6.7<6.12.4 |
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Reference Links
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/f5804567cf9605d6e5ec46c0bb786f7d50f18c13
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/b79612ed6bc1a184c45427105c851b5b2d4342ca
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/997b64c3f4c1827c5cfda8ae7f5d13f78d28b541
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/3cf2e7c448e246f7e700c7aa47450d1e27579559
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/e965e771b069421c233d674c3c8cd8c7f7245f42
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-56777?
CVE-2024-56777 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2024-56777?
To fix CVE-2024-56777, update your Linux kernel to a version that includes the patch for this vulnerability.
What versions of Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-56777?
CVE-2024-56777 affects Linux kernel versions from 4.6 up to 5.15.174 and from 5.16 up to 6.1.120, as well as other specified versions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-56777?
CVE-2024-56777 is a potential dereference of error pointers vulnerability in the Linux kernel.
When was CVE-2024-56777 disclosed?
CVE-2024-56777 was disclosed as part of ongoing improvements to the Linux kernel security.
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