7.8
CWE
787
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-57850: jffs2: Prevent rtime decompress memory corruption

First published: Sat Jan 11 2025(Updated: )

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: jffs2: Prevent rtime decompress memory corruption The rtime decompression routine does not fully check bounds during the entirety of the decompression pass and can corrupt memory outside the decompression buffer if the compressed data is corrupted. This adds the required check to prevent this failure mode.

Credit: 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Linux Kernel
Linux Kernel<5.4.287
Linux Kernel>=5.5<5.10.231
Linux Kernel>=5.11<5.15.174
Linux Kernel>=5.16<6.1.120
Linux Kernel>=6.2<6.6.66
Linux Kernel>=6.7<6.12.5
debian/linux<=5.10.223-1
5.10.234-1
6.1.129-1
6.1.128-1
6.12.20-1
6.12.21-1
debian/linux-6.1
6.1.129-1~deb11u1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-57850?

    CVE-2024-57850 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for memory corruption.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-57850?

    To fix CVE-2024-57850, update your Linux kernel to the latest patched version provided by your distribution.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2024-57850?

    CVE-2024-57850 affects the Linux kernel versions prior to the fix implemented in the latest updates.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-57850?

    CVE-2024-57850 is a memory corruption vulnerability caused by improper bounds checking during the rtime decompression process.

  • Can CVE-2024-57850 be exploited remotely?

    While CVE-2024-57850 primarily impacts kernel memory, exploitation may require local access to the system, making remote exploitation less likely.

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