CVE-2024-38624
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.22%
Last modified
CVE-2024-38624 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: fs/ntfs3: Use 64 bit variable to avoid 32 bit overflow For example, in the expression: vbo = 2 * vbo + skip. EPSS estimates a 0.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: fs/ntfs3: Use 64 bit variable to avoid 32 bit overflow For example, in the expression: vbo = 2 * vbo + skip
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 | >= 5.15, < 5.15.161 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 5.16, < 6.1.93 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 6.2, < 6.6.33 |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 6.7, < 6.9.4 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-38624?
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
fs/ntfs3: Use 64 bit variable to avoid 32 bit overflow
For example, in the expression:
vbo = 2 * vbo + skip
How severe is CVE-2024-38624?
CVE-2024-38624 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-38624?
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-2024-38624?
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