CVE-2024-36914: linux-libc-dev - kernel: drm/amd/display: Skip on writeback when it's not applicable
Summary
CVE-2024-36914: In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: drm/amd/display: Skip on writeback when it's not applicable [WHY] dynamic memory safety error detector (KASAN) catches and generates error messages "BUG... 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 affects the linux-libc-dev package version 6.1.90-1.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in the linux-libc-dev package is related to the drm/amd/display module in the Linux kernel. The issue arises from a dynamic memory safety error detector (KASAN) catching and generating error messages "BUG: KASAN: slab-out-of-bounds" when the writeback connector does not support certain features that are not initialized. This vulnerability can potentially lead to memory corruption and system instability.
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.
Conclusion
The linux-libc-dev package version 6.1.90-1 is affected by a vulnerability in the drm/amd/display module of the Linux kernel. This vulnerability can result in memory corruption and system instability. It is recommended to update the linux-libc-dev package to a patched version to mitigate the risk. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The linux-libc-dev package provides header files and libraries for compiling programs that use Linux kernel interfaces.
This vulnerability can lead to memory corruption and system instability.
You can use the Vulert Playground at Vulert Scanner to check if your system is affected by this vulnerability.
You can update the linux-libc-dev package by checking for updates provided by your Linux distribution or manually downloading and installing the updated package from the official sources.
Yes, the CVSS score for this vulnerability is 5.5.
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