Bluetooth Vulnerability in Linux Kernel Affecting Device Management

CVE-2024-57879

Summary

A vulnerability has been identified in the Linux kernel's Bluetooth subsystem, specifically in the iso_listen_bis function. This issue arises from improper management of device resources, where the Bluetooth device handle (hdev) is not consistently released after handling an error. As a result, this could potentially lead to resource leaks, impacting device stability and performance. Users and administrators are advised to apply the latest updates to ensure the integrity and reliability of their systems.

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