Vulnerability Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: HID: amd_sfh: Switch to device-managed dmam_alloc_coherent() Using the device-managed version allows to simplify clean-up in probe() error path. Additionally, this device-managed ensures proper cleanup, which helps to resolve memory errors, page faults, btrfs going read-only, and btrfs disk corruption.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 5.11, < 5.15.168 |
References
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/1c3b4c90479aa0375ec98fe1a802993ff96a5f47Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/4cd9c5a0fcadc39a05c978a01e15e0d1edc4be93Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/8c6ad37e5882073cab84901a31da9cb22f316276Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/9dfee956f53eea96d93ef1e13ab4ce020f4c58b3Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/c56f9ecb7fb6a3a90079c19eb4c8daf3bbf514b3Patch
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2025/01/msg00001.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-50189?
CVE-2024-50189 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: HID: amd_sfh: Switch to device-managed dmam_alloc_coherent() Using the device-managed version allows to simplify clean-up in probe...
How severe is CVE-2024-50189?
CVE-2024-50189 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-50189?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.