CVE-2024-57905: iio: adc: ti-ads1119: fix information leak in triggered buffer
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
iio: adc: ti-ads1119: fix information leak in triggered buffer
The 'scan' local struct is used to push data to user space from a triggered buffer, but it has a hole between the sample (unsigned int) and the timestamp. This hole is never initialized.
Initialize the struct to zero before using it to avoid pushing uninitialized information to userspace.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-57905?
CVE-2024-57905 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2024-57905?
To fix CVE-2024-57905, update your Linux kernel to the latest version where the vulnerability has been patched.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-57905?
CVE-2024-57905 is an information leak vulnerability in the Linux kernel's IIO ADC driver.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2024-57905?
CVE-2024-57905 affects the Linux kernel, particularly systems utilizing the ti-ads1119 ADC.
What impact does CVE-2024-57905 have on users?
CVE-2024-57905 can lead to potential exposure of sensitive information from user space to unauthorized access.