CVE-2024-56557

iio: adc: ad7923: Fix buffer overflow for tx_buf and ring_xfer

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: iio: adc: ad7923: Fix buffer overflow for tx_buf and ring_xfer The AD7923 was updated to support devices with 8 channels, but the size of tx_buf and ring_xfer was not increased accordingly, leading to a potential buffer overflow in ad7923_update_scan_mode().

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-56557?
CVE-2024-56557 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-56557?
To fix CVE-2024-56557, 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-2024-56557 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-56557 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-2024-56557?
CVE-2024-56557 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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