CVE-2024-57807: scsi: megaraid_sas: Fix for a potential deadlock
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
scsi: megaraidsas: Fix for a potential deadlock
This fixes a 'possible circular locking dependency detected' warning CPU0 CPU1 ---- ---- lock(&instance->resetmutex); lock(&shost->scanmutex); lock(&instance->resetmutex); lock(&shost->scanmutex);
Fix this by temporarily releasing the resetmutex.
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— Launchpad
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.10.234-1Fixed in 6.1.129-1Fixed in 6.1.135-1Fixed in 6.12.27-1 - Upgrade
Upgrade
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 6.6.76.1-1 - Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 5.15.176.3-1
Event History
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.