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CVE-2024-46792

7.8 · HIGH

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: riscv: misaligned: Restrict user access to kernel memory raw_copy_{to,from}_user() do not call access_ok(), so this code allowe…

Published Sep 18, 2024EPSS 0.20%

Overview

CVE-2024-46792 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 18, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:

riscv: misaligned: Restrict user access to kernel memory

raw_copy_{to,from}_user() do not call access_ok(), so this code allowed

userspace to access any virtual memory address.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-46792?

CVE-2024-46792 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 18, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2024-46792?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2024-46792?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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