CVE-2024-23848
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.25%
Last modified
CVE-2024-23848 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In the Linux kernel through 6.7.1, there is a use-after-free in cec_queue_msg_fh, related to drivers/media/cec/core/cec-adap.c and drivers/media/cec/core/cec-api.c.. EPSS estimates a 0.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the Linux kernel through 6.7.1, there is a use-after-free in cec_queue_msg_fh, related to drivers/media/cec/core/cec-adap.c and drivers/media/cec/core/cec-api.c.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 6.7.1 |
References
- https://lore.kernel.org/lkml/e9f42704-2f99-4f2c-ade5-f952e5fd53e5%40xs4all.nl/Mailing List, Vendor Advisory
- https://lore.kernel.org/lkml/e9f42704-2f99-4f2c-ade5-f952e5fd53e5%40xs4all.nl/Mailing List, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-23848?
In the Linux kernel through 6.7.1, there is a use-after-free in cec_queue_msg_fh, related to drivers/media/cec/core/cec-adap.c and drivers/media/cec/core/cec-api.c.
How severe is CVE-2024-23848?
CVE-2024-23848 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-23848?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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