CVE-2024-27419
Linux Kernel vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

CVE-2024-27419 is a vulnerability discovered in the Linux kernel's netrom module, specifically affecting the sysctl_net_busy_read functionality. The vulnerability was disclosed on May 17, 2024, and involves a race condition that occurs when reading the sysctl value, as the value can be changed concurrently (NVD, Kernel Git).

Technical details

The vulnerability exists in the netrom module where there was insufficient protection around the sysctl_netrom_reset_circuit value reading. The issue stems from a data race condition where the sysctl value could be modified concurrently while being read, potentially leading to inconsistent behavior. The fix involves implementing proper synchronization using READ_ONCE() to ensure atomic reads of the sysctl value (Kernel Git).

Impact

The vulnerability affects the Linux kernel's netrom networking module. While specific impact details are not fully disclosed in the available sources, the nature of the race condition in system control operations could potentially lead to system instability or unexpected behavior when handling netrom network operations (NVD).

Mitigation and workarounds

The vulnerability has been fixed in various Linux kernel versions. Ubuntu has released patches for multiple versions including 22.04 LTS (5.15.0-112.122), 20.04 LTS (5.4.0-189.209), and other supported releases. Debian has also addressed this in their security updates, including version 5.10.216-1~deb10u1 for Debian 10 (Ubuntu, Debian).

Additional resources

Linux Distribution fix status

Fix availability across major Linux distributions and their releases.

Debian

Fixed

bookworm

linux: 6.1.82-1

Fixed

bullseye

linux: 5.10.216-1

Fixed

sid

linux: 6.7.12-1

Fixed

trixie

linux: 6.7.12-1

Fixed

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