CVE-2024-24859

CVSS 3.1 Score 4.8 of 10 (medium)

Details

Published Feb 5, 2024
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
CWE ID 362

Summary

CVE-2024-24859 is a newly identified vulnerability affecting the Linux kernel's net/bluetooth module. Specifically, a race condition was discovered in the sniff_{min,max}_interval_set() function. This issue can lead to a bluetooth sniffing exception, potentially causing denial of service. The race condition occurs during the processing of Bluetooth sniffing requests, allowing an attacker to manipulate the functionality of the affected system. The exact consequences of this vulnerability are still under investigation, but it poses a significant security risk and should be addressed promptly through software updates.

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