CVE-2024-46722·Kernel vulnerability
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: drm/amdgpu: fix mc_data out-of-bounds read warning Clear warning that read mc_data[i-1] may out-of-bounds.
- Severity
- high
- Software
- Kernel
- Fixed in
- 6.10.9
- Published
How likely is exploitation
FIRST's Exploit Prediction Scoring System puts the probability of this CVE being exploited in the next 30 days at <0.1% — higher than 3% of all published CVEs. EPSS is an independent forecast of exploitation, not a severity rating: it says nothing about how much damage a successful attack does, which is what a CVSS score measures.
Read the two together. CVE-2024-46722 scores 7.1 on CVSS, so a successful attack would be serious — but at <0.1%, almost nobody is currently attempting it. That is a different situation from a flaw under mass exploitation, and it is usually the difference between patching on your next maintenance window and patching tonight.
Affected versions
From: 6.7
Until: 6.10.9
Fixed in: 6.10.9
How to fix this CVE
Update your Linux kernel to version 6.10.9 or later to address a memory access vulnerability in the AMD GPU driver that could cause system instability. This patch resolves an out-of-bounds read condition in the mc_data array handling within the amdgpu subsystem. Systems running kernel versions 6.7 through 6.10.8 with AMD graphics hardware should prioritize this update.
sudo dnf update kernel kernel-develDefensia detects this vulnerability
How to check if you are affected
- Step 1: Check your current kernel version by running `uname -r` and verify if it falls within 6.7 to 6.10.8 range
- Step 2: Confirm AMD GPU drivers are active by checking `lspci | grep -i amd` and `lsmod | grep amdgpu`
- Step 3: Search system logs for amdgpu-related errors using `sudo dmesg | grep -i amdgpu` or `sudo journalctl -u kernel | grep amdgpu`
- Step 4: After kernel update, reboot and run `uname -r` to confirm version is 6.10.9 or later, then validate amdgpu driver loaded successfully with `lsmod | grep amdgpu`
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-46722?
This vulnerability is an out-of-bounds memory read flaw in the AMD GPU (amdgpu) kernel driver's mc_data array handling. Under certain conditions, the driver could access memory beyond the allocated array bounds, potentially causing kernel panics or information disclosure on systems with AMD graphics hardware.
Is CVE-2024-46722 being actively exploited?
No, this vulnerability is not listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog and has no public exploits available. However, the high CVSS score (7.1) warrants prompt patching due to the confidentiality and availability impact.
What versions of Kernel are affected by CVE-2024-46722?
Linux kernel versions 6.7 through 6.10.8 are vulnerable. The fix was applied in kernel 6.10.9 and later stable releases.
How do I check if my server is vulnerable to CVE-2024-46722?
Run `uname -r` to check your kernel version. If it shows 6.7.x through 6.10.8, and `lsmod | grep amdgpu` confirms the AMD GPU driver is loaded, your system is vulnerable and requires the update.
Does Defensia detect CVE-2024-46722?
Yes — Defensia's CVE advisory scanner compares installed package versions against the NVD database. If the Linux kernel is installed on a monitored server, CVE-2024-46722 will appear in your dashboard with remediation steps.
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References
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/2097edede72ec5bb3869cf0205337d392fb2a553
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/310b9d8363b88e818afec97ca7652bd7fe3d0650
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/345bd3ad387f9e121aaad9c95957b80895e2f2ec
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/51dfc0a4d609fe700750a62f41447f01b8c9ea50
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/578ae965e8b90cd09edeb0252b50fa0503ea35c5
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