CVE-2024-57807: scsi: megaraid_sas: Fix for a potential deadlock
First published: Sat Jan 11 2025(Updated: )
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: scsi: megaraid_sas: Fix for a potential deadlock This fixes a 'possible circular locking dependency detected' warning CPU0 CPU1 ---- ---- lock(&instance->reset_mutex); lock(&shost->scan_mutex); lock(&instance->reset_mutex); lock(&shost->scan_mutex); Fix this by temporarily releasing the reset_mutex.
Credit: 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Linux Kernel | <5.4.289 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=5.5<5.10.233 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=5.11<5.15.176 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=5.16<6.1.123 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=6.2<6.6.69 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=6.7<6.12.8 | |
| Linux Kernel | =6.13-rc1 |
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Reference Links
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/78afb9bfad00c4aa58a424111d7edbcab9452f2b
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/f36d024bd15ed356a80dda3ddc46d0a62aa55815
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/3c654998a3e8167a58b6c6fede545fe400a4b554
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/edadc693bfcc0f1ea08b8fa041c9361fd042410d
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/f50783148ec98a1d38b87422e2ceaf2380b7b606
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/466ca39dbf5d0ba71c16b15c27478a9c7d4022a8
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/50740f4dc78b41dec7c8e39772619d5ba841ddd7
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-57807?
CVE-2024-57807 has been classified with a potential risk due to a possible circular locking dependency in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2024-57807?
To address CVE-2024-57807, update your Linux kernel to a version that includes the fix for this vulnerability.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2024-57807?
CVE-2024-57807 affects Linux kernel versions prior to 5.4.289 and select versions between 5.5 and 6.12.8.
Are there any known exploits for CVE-2024-57807?
As of now, there are no publicly known exploits specifically targeting CVE-2024-57807.
What impact does CVE-2024-57807 have on system performance?
CVE-2024-57807 could lead to potential deadlocks, impacting the stability and performance of systems utilizing vulnerable Linux kernel versions.
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