CISA Highlights Linux Kernel Flaws: A Bug’s Life in the KEV Catalog!
The U.S. CISA has added Linux Kernel flaws, CVE-2024-53197 and CVE-2024-53150, to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. These vulnerabilities could lead to memory corruption or system instability. CISA mandates federal agencies to fix them by April 30, 2025.
Hot Take:
Well, folks, it looks like the Linux kernel has sprung a couple of leaks, and CISA is here to play plumber. With vulnerabilities named like they’re secret agents—CVE-2024-53197 and CVE-2024-53150—it’s a wonder the Linux kernel isn’t headlining a spy thriller. But fear not, these security vulnerabilities are getting patched faster than a leaky faucet in a submarine.
Key Points:
- CISA adds two Linux kernel vulnerabilities, CVE-2024-53197 and CVE-2024-53150, to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
- Both vulnerabilities reside in the ALSA USB-audio driver, affecting USB device interaction.
- CVE-2024-53197 involves incorrect handling of USB configuration data, potentially leading to memory corruption.
- CVE-2024-53150 involves inadequate validation of USB audio clock descriptors, leading to out-of-bounds reads.
- Federal agencies have until April 30, 2025, to patch these vulnerabilities per CISA’s directive.
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