CVE-2024-50245
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.22%
Last modified
CVE-2024-50245 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: Fix possible deadlock in mi_read Mutex lock with another subclass used in ni_lock_dir().. 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: Fix possible deadlock in mi_read Mutex lock with another subclass used in ni_lock_dir().
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | < 5.15.171 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 5.16, < 6.1.116 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 6.2, < 6.6.60 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 6.7, < 6.11.7 | — |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | 6.12 | Rc1 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-50245?
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
fs/ntfs3: Fix possible deadlock in mi_read
Mutex lock with another subclass used in ni_lock_dir().
How severe is CVE-2024-50245?
CVE-2024-50245 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-2024-50245?
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-2024-50245?
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