CVE-2024-27037

clk: zynq: Prevent null pointer dereference caused by kmalloc failure

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: clk: zynq: Prevent null pointer dereference caused by kmalloc failure The kmalloc() in zynq_clk_setup() will return null if the physical memory has run out. As a result, if we use snprintf() to write data to the null address, the null pointer dereference bug will happen. This patch uses a stack variable to replace the kmalloc().

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.05%
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-27037?
CVE-2024-27037 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-27037?
To fix CVE-2024-27037, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2024-27037 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-27037 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-27037?
CVE-2024-27037 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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