CVE-2024-21823: linux-libc-dev - Potential Denial of Service via Local Access
Summary
CVE-2024-21823: Hardware logic with insecure de-synchronization in Intel(R) DSA and Intel(R) IAA for some Intel(R) 4th or 5th generation Xeon(R) processors may allow an authorized user to potentially enable escalation of privilege local... Affects linux versions 5.10.103-1 – 6.9.9-1. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
linux-libc-dev is a package in Debian that provides the C library headers for the Linux kernel. It is used by developers to compile and build applications that interact with the kernel. The version 6.1.90-1 of linux-libc-dev is affected by a vulnerability related to the hardware logic in Intel(R) DSA and Intel(R) IAA for certain Intel(R) 4th or 5th generation Xeon(R) processors. This vulnerability allows an authorized user to potentially enable denial of service through local access.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in linux-libc-dev arises from insecure de-synchronization in Intel(R) DSA and Intel(R) IAA for specific Intel(R) 4th or 5th generation Xeon(R) processors. This flaw can be exploited by an authorized user to potentially enable denial of service by leveraging local access. The exact technical details of the vulnerability have not been disclosed.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
No specific workaround has been provided for this vulnerability. Users are advised to update the linux-libc-dev package to the latest version as soon as it becomes available.
Conclusion
The linux-libc-dev package in Debian version 6.1.90-1 is affected by a vulnerability that allows an authorized user to potentially enable denial of service through local access. It is crucial to update the package to a version that includes the necessary security patches as soon as possible. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
linux-libc-dev is a package in Debian that provides the C library headers for the Linux kernel. It is used by developers to compile and build applications that interact with the kernel.
This vulnerability allows an authorized user to potentially enable denial of service through local access. It can be exploited on systems with specific Intel(R) 4th or 5th generation Xeon(R) processors.
To fix this vulnerability, update the linux-libc-dev package to a version that includes the necessary security patches. Check for updates from the official Debian repositories or the package maintainer.
No specific workaround has been provided for this vulnerability. It is recommended to update the linux-libc-dev package to the latest version.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the CVE-2024-21823 entry on the National Vulnerability Database (NVD) and the Debian Security Tracker.
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