Vulnerability Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: tracing: Prevent bad count for tracing_cpumask_write If a large count is provided, it will trigger a warning in bitmap_parse_user. Also check zero for it.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 2.6.29, < 6.1.123 |
References
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/03041e474a6a8f1bfd4b96b164bb3165c48fa1a3Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/1cca920af19df5dd91254e5ff35e68e911683706Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/2558d753df0628d4187d8e1fd989339460f4f364
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/3d15f4c2449558ffe83b4dba30614ef1cd6937c3Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/98feccbf32cfdde8c722bc4587aaa60ee5ac33f0Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/f60172b447317cb6c5e74b5601a151866269baf6
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2025/03/msg00001.html
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2025/03/msg00002.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-56763?
CVE-2024-56763 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: tracing: Prevent bad count for tracing_cpumask_write If a large count is provided, it will trigger a warning in bitmap_parse_user....
How severe is CVE-2024-56763?
CVE-2024-56763 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-2024-56763?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.