Double free in Linux kernel typec tcpm driver
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2024-26932 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-415 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Linux kernel Operating systems & Components / Operating system |
| Vendor | Linux Foundation |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Double free
EUVDB-ID: #VU90926
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.8 [AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2024-26932
CWE-ID:
CWE-415 - Double Free
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to execute arbitrary code.
The vulnerability exists due to a double free error within the tcpm_port_unregister_pd() function in drivers/usb/typec/tcpm/tcpm.c. A local user can execute arbitrary code.
MitigationInstall update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsLinux kernel: All versions
External linkshttp://git.kernel.org/stable/c/242e425ed580b2f4dbcb86c8fc03a410a4084a69
http://git.kernel.org/stable/c/b63f90487bdf93a4223ce7853d14717e9d452856
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
