CVE-2024-53197 - Linux Kernel Out-of-Bounds Access Vulnerability

Vulnerability Name

Linux Kernel Out-of-Bounds Access Vulnerability

Description

Linux Kernel contains an out-of-bounds access vulnerability in the USB-audio driver that allows an attacker with physical access to the system to use a malicious USB device to potentially manipulate system memory, escalate privileges, or execute arbitrary code.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Unknown

Action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Additional Notes

This vulnerability affects a common open-source component, third-party library, or a protocol used by different products. For more information, please see: https://lore.kernel.org/linux-cve-announce/2024122725-CVE-2024-53197-6aef@gregkh/

https://source.android.com/docs/security/bulletin/2025-04-01

https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-53197