SB20241105104 - Processor optimization removal or modification of security-critical code in Linux kernel x86

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SB20241105104 - Processor optimization removal or modification of security-critical code in Linux kernel x86

Published: November 5, 2024 Updated: May 12, 2025

Security Bulletin ID SB20241105104
CSH Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Information disclosure

Breakdown by Severity

Low 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 vulnerability.


1) Processor optimization removal or modification of security-critical code (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-50112)

CWE-ID: CWE-1037 - Processor optimization removal or modification of security-critical code

CVSSv4: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear


The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to speculative execution within the arch/x86/Kconfig. A local user can gain access to sensitive information.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References