Denominator Initialization Vulnerability in Linux Kernel Affecting AMD Graphics
CVE-2024-57950

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Linux

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 February 2025

What is CVE-2024-57950?

A vulnerability exists in the Linux kernel related to the AMD graphics display system, where certain denominator variables were not properly initialized. If these variables are left to default values, they risk being assigned a zero value, which can lead to a DIVIDE_BY_ZERO error. This issue has been addressed to ensure that denominator defaults to a non-zero value, safeguarding the functionality of the graphics driver and enhancing system stability.

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Affected Version(s)

Linux 70839da6360500a82e4d5f78499284474cbed7c1

Linux 70839da6360500a82e4d5f78499284474cbed7c1 < 36b23e3baf9129d5b6c3a3a85b6b7ffb75ae287c

Linux 6.11

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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