CVE-2024-50076

vt: prevent kernel-infoleak in con_font_get()

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: vt: prevent kernel-infoleak in con_font_get() font.data may not initialize all memory spaces depending on the implementation of vc->vc_sw->con_font_get. This may cause info-leak, so to prevent this, it is safest to modify it to initialize the allocated memory space to 0, and it generally does not affect the overall performance of the system.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.11%
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-50076?
CVE-2024-50076 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-50076?
To fix CVE-2024-50076, 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-2024-50076 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-50076 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-2024-50076?
CVE-2024-50076 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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