CVE-2024-26915: linux-libc-dev - Reset IH OVERFLOW_CLEAR bit
Summary
CVE-2024-26915: In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: drm/amdgpu: Reset IH OVERFLOW_CLEAR bit Allows us to detect subsequent IH ring buffer overflows as well. Affects linux versions 5.10.103-1 – 6.9.9-1. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The linux-libc-dev package is a development package that provides the necessary header files and libraries for compiling programs that use the Linux kernel's C library interface. It is an essential component for building and running applications on Linux systems. This package is commonly used by developers to create and compile software that interacts with the kernel. The linux-libc-dev package is vulnerable to a specific issue that has been identified and addressed.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability (CVE-2024-26915) in the linux-libc-dev package has been resolved. The issue was related to the drm/amdgpu module in the Linux kernel. By resetting the IH OVERFLOW_CLEAR bit, subsequent IH ring buffer overflows can be detected. This vulnerability could potentially be exploited to cause a denial-of-service (DoS) attack or other malicious activities. The severity of this vulnerability is rated as MEDIUM with a CVSS score of 4.7.
How To Fix
No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.
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Workaround
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. The recommended course of action is to apply the provided fix by updating the linux-libc-dev package.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the linux-libc-dev package was found to have a vulnerability (CVE-2024-26915) related to the drm/amdgpu module in the Linux kernel. The issue has been resolved in version 6.1.90-1 of the package. It is crucial to update the package to mitigate the risk of potential exploitation. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
linux-libc-dev is a development package that provides header files and libraries for compiling programs that use the Linux kernel's C library interface.
The vulnerability could potentially be exploited to cause a denial-of-service (DoS) attack or other malicious activities.
The severity of this vulnerability is rated as MEDIUM with a CVSS score of 4.7.
To fix this vulnerability, update the linux-libc-dev package to version 6.1.90-1 or later.
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. It is recommended to apply the provided fix by updating the linux-libc-dev package.
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