CVE-2024-57256

Description

An integer overflow in ext4fs_read_symlink in Das U-Boot before 2025.01-rc1 occurs for zalloc (adding one to an le32 variable) via a crafted ext4 filesystem with an inode size of 0xffffffff, resulting in a malloc of zero and resultant memory overwrite.

Category

7.1
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Affected: denx U-Boot
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-57256?
CVE-2024-57256 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-57256?
To fix CVE-2024-57256, 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-2024-57256 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-57256 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-2024-57256?
CVE-2024-57256 affects denx U-Boot.
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