CVE-2024-38577

rcu-tasks: Fix show_rcu_tasks_trace_gp_kthread buffer overflow

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: rcu-tasks: Fix show_rcu_tasks_trace_gp_kthread buffer overflow There is a possibility of buffer overflow in show_rcu_tasks_trace_gp_kthread() if counters, passed to sprintf() are huge. Counter numbers, needed for this are unrealistically high, but buffer overflow is still possible. Use snprintf() with buffer size instead of sprintf(). Found by Linux Verification Center (linuxtesting.org) with SVACE.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-38577?
CVE-2024-38577 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-38577?
To fix CVE-2024-38577, 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-2024-38577 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-38577 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-2024-38577?
CVE-2024-38577 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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