CVE-2024-36023: Vulnerability in linux-libc-dev package - Null Pointer Dereference

linux Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

30/05/2024

Disclosed on

CVE-2024-36023

CVE

No i

Fix available

Medium

Severity

5.5

CVSS Score

CVE-2024-36023: In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: Julia Lawall reported this null pointer dereference, this should fix it. 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 interfaces. It is an essential component for building and running applications on Linux systems. The vulnerability in this package allows for a null pointer dereference, which can lead to a system crash or potential code execution.

Vulnerability Detail

This vulnerability was reported by Julia Lawall and is related to a null pointer dereference issue. A null pointer dereference occurs when a program attempts to access or manipulate memory using a null pointer, resulting in a crash or potential code execution. Exploiting this vulnerability could allow an attacker to crash the system or execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges. The vulnerability has been fixed in version 6.1.90-1 of the linux-libc-dev package.

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. Updating the linux-libc-dev package to the latest version is the recommended solution.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the linux-libc-dev package is vulnerable to a null pointer dereference issue. It is crucial to update the package to version 6.1.90-1 or later to mitigate the risk of system crashes or potential code execution. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.

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