CVE-2024-58059

media: uvcvideo: Fix deadlock during uvc_probe

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: media: uvcvideo: Fix deadlock during uvc_probe If uvc_probe() fails, it can end up calling uvc_status_unregister() before uvc_status_init() is called. Fix this by checking if dev->status is NULL or not in uvc_status_unregister().

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.01%
Affected: Linux Linux
Affected: Linux Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/db577ededf3a18b39567fc1a6209f12a0c4a3c52 patch
https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/a67f75c2b5ecf534eab416ce16c11fe780c4f8f6 patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-58059?
CVE-2024-58059 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-58059?
To fix CVE-2024-58059, 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-2024-58059 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-58059 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-2024-58059?
CVE-2024-58059 affects Linux Linux, Linux Linux.
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