CVE-2024-56563
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.20%
Last modified
CVE-2024-56563 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ceph: fix cred leak in ceph_mds_check_access() get_current_cred() increments the reference counter, but the put_cred() call was missing.. EPSS estimates a 0.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ceph: fix cred leak in ceph_mds_check_access() get_current_cred() increments the reference counter, but the put_cred() call was missing.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 6.10, < 6.12.4 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-56563?
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
ceph: fix cred leak in ceph_mds_check_access()
get_current_cred() increments the reference counter, but the
put_cred() call was missing.
How severe is CVE-2024-56563?
CVE-2024-56563 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-56563?
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-2024-56563?
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