CVE-2024-36914

CVE-2024-36914 is a high-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux Kernel with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: drm/amd/display: Skip on writeback when it's not applicable [WHY] dynamic memory safety error detector (KASAN) catches and generates error messages "BUG: KASAN: slab-out-of-bounds" as writeback connector does not support certain features which are not initialized. [HOW] Skip them when connector type is DRM_MODE_CONNECTOR_WRITEBACK.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-36914?
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: drm/amd/display: Skip on writeback when it's not applicable [WHY] dynamic memory safety error detector (KASAN) catches and generates error messages "BUG: KASAN: slab-out-of-bounds" as writeback connector does not support certain features which are not initialized. [HOW] Skip them when connector type is DRM_MODE_CONNECTOR_WRITEBACK.
How severe is CVE-2024-36914?
CVE-2024-36914 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2024-36914 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (16th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-36914?
CVE-2024-36914 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-36914?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2024-36914 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2024-36914 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-36265.
When was CVE-2024-36914 published?
CVE-2024-36914 was published on 2024-05-30 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (4)

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