Linux · Linux Kernel · CVE-2024-42310
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
Linux kernel versions prior to 6.6.50
**Description**
The issue is related to a null pointer dereference in the `cdv intel lvds get modes()` function. Specifically, the return value of `drm mode duplicate()` is assigned to `mode`, which can lead to a null pointer dereference if `drm mode duplicate()` fails. To avoid this, a check has been added. The vulnerability is associated with the `drm/gma500` component of the Linux kernel and can potentially allow an attacker to cause a denial of service.
**Recommendations**
To resolve the issue, update the Linux kernel to version 6.6.50 or later. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the `drm/gma500` component until the update is applied.