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CVE-2024-39463 – Linux Kernel Vulnerability

Severity

High

Analysis Summary

CVE-2024-39463

Linux Kernel could allow a local authenticated attacker to gain elevated privileges on the system, caused by an error within the handling of the p9_fid object. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code in the context of the kernel.

Impact

  • Privilege Escalation

Indicators of Compromise

CVE

  • CVE-2024-39463

Affected Vendors

Linux

Affected Products

  • Linux - 5.11

Remediation

Refer to Linux Kernel GIT Repository for patch, upgrade or suggested workaround information.

Linux Kernel GIT Repository

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