CVE-2024-38541

of: module: add buffer overflow check in of_modalias()

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: of: module: add buffer overflow check in of_modalias() In of_modalias(), if the buffer happens to be too small even for the 1st snprintf() call, the len parameter will become negative and str parameter (if not NULL initially) will point beyond the buffer's end. Add the buffer overflow check after the 1st snprintf() call and fix such check after the strlen() call (accounting for the terminating NUL char).

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.46%
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-38541?
CVE-2024-38541 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-38541?
To fix CVE-2024-38541, 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-2024-38541 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-38541 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-2024-38541?
CVE-2024-38541 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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