CVE-2024-57951: hrtimers: Handle CPU state correctly on hotplug

Published Feb 12, 2025
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Updated

hrtimers: Handle CPU state correctly on hotplug

Affected Software

21 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel
Linux Linux kernel>=4.19.302<4.20
Linux Linux kernel>=5.4.264<5.4.290
Linux Linux kernel>=5.10.204<5.10.234
Linux Linux kernel>=5.15.143<5.15.177
Linux Linux kernel>=6.1.68<6.1.127
Linux Linux kernel>=6.6.7<6.6.74
Linux Linux kernel>=6.7<6.12.11
Linux Linux kernel=6.13-rc1
Linux Linux kernel=6.13-rc2
Linux Linux kernel=6.13-rc3
Linux Linux kernel=6.13-rc4
Linux Linux kernel=6.13-rc5
Linux Linux kernel=6.13-rc6
Linux Linux kernel=6.13-rc7
debian/linux<=5.10.223-1
5.10.234-16.1.129-16.1.135-16.12.25-16.12.27-1
debian/linux-6.1
6.1.129-1~deb11u1
Microsoft cbl2 kernel 5.15.176.3-3<5.15.180.1-1
5.15.180.1-1
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.64.2-9<6.6.76.1-1
6.6.76.1-1
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.76.1-1<6.6.76.1-1
6.6.76.1-1
Microsoft cbl2 kernel 5.15.180.1-1<5.15.180.1-1
5.15.180.1-1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/linux to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 5.10.234-1Fixed in 6.1.129-1Fixed in 6.1.135-1Fixed in 6.12.25-1Fixed in 6.12.27-1
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/linux-6.1 to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.1.129-1~deb11u1
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 5.15.180.1-1
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.6.76.1-1

Event History

Feb 12, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:27 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:27 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Mar 13, 2025
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Updated
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
Description
May 2, 2025
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·11:49 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-57951?

CVE-2024-57951 has a medium severity rating due to its impact on CPU hotplug operations in the Linux kernel.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-57951?

To fix CVE-2024-57951, ensure that your Linux kernel is updated to the patched version provided by your distribution.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2024-57951?

CVE-2024-57951 affects various versions of the Linux kernel that handle CPU hotplug operations.

4

What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2024-57951?

Exploitation of CVE-2024-57951 could lead to incorrect state handling during CPU hotplug, potentially causing system instability.

5

When was CVE-2024-57951 disclosed?

CVE-2024-57951 was disclosed in 2024 as part of ongoing improvements to the Linux kernel's CPU hotplug functionality.

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