CVE-2024-27071
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.19%
Last modified
CVE-2024-27071 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: backlight: hx8357: Fix potential NULL pointer dereference The "im" pins are optional. Add missing check in the hx8357_probe().. EPSS estimates a 0.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: backlight: hx8357: Fix potential NULL pointer dereference The "im" pins are optional. Add missing check in the hx8357_probe().
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 | >= 6.8, < 6.8.2 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-27071?
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
backlight: hx8357: Fix potential NULL pointer dereference
The "im" pins are optional. Add missing check in the hx8357_probe().
How severe is CVE-2024-27071?
CVE-2024-27071 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-27071?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2024-27071?
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