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CVE-2024-26817: amdkfd: use calloc instead of kzalloc to avoid integer overflow

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: amdkfd: use calloc instead of kzalloc to avoid integer overflow This uses calloc instead of doing the multiplication which might overflow.

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Security readout for executives and security teams

Plain-English summary

This is a Linux kernel flaw in the AMD KFD graphics compute driver. The issue is an integer overflow during memory allocation, which the kernel fixed by using an overflow-aware allocation routine. Public sources do not provide a CVSS score, confirmed impact, or active exploitation evidence.

Executive priority

Treat this as a kernel patching item for AMD GPU Linux environments, not an internet-wide emergency based on current evidence. Prioritize standard kernel update cycles, with faster handling for GPU compute infrastructure.

Technical view

CVE-2024-26817 affects the Linux kernel amdkfd component. The fix replaces manual multiplication passed to kzalloc with calloc-style allocation to avoid integer overflow. Stable kernel fixes are referenced across maintained branches, including 4.19.312, 5.4.274, 5.10.215, 5.15.155, 6.1.86, 6.6.27, 6.8.6, and 6.9.

Likely exposure

Exposure is most likely on Linux systems running affected kernel versions with the AMD KFD driver present or relevant, such as AMD GPU compute workstations or servers. The source data does not prove every Linux deployment is practically reachable.

Exploitation context

The CVE is not listed as KEV, and the provided sources do not cite active exploitation or public weaponization. The available evidence only describes the vulnerable allocation pattern and kernel stable fixes.

Researcher notes

The key technical detail is integer overflow avoidance in amdkfd allocation sizing. Public data lacks CVSS, exploitability analysis, and a concrete privilege or impact statement, so validation should focus on kernel branch, distro backport status, and amdkfd exposure.

Mitigation direction

  • Update to a fixed vendor or stable kernel release.
  • Prioritize Linux systems using AMD GPU compute features.
  • Review Debian, Fedora, and distribution kernel advisories for packaged fixes.
  • Reboot systems after kernel updates where required.
  • Check vendor guidance if fixed packages are unavailable.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory Linux kernel versions across affected assets.
  • Identify systems where AMD KFD or AMD GPU compute is used.
  • Compare installed kernels with fixed stable branch versions.
  • Confirm distro security updates include CVE-2024-26817.
  • Track exceptions until vendor-fixed kernels are deployed.
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Confidence
medium
Sources
12

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Severity
Unknown
CVSS
Not scored
Known Exploited
No
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CNA and ADP enrichment extracted from CVE v5

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3Timeline events
2ADP providers
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SSVC decision data

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Version
2.0.3
Exploitation: noneAutomatable: noTechnical Impact: partial

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Affected products

Products and packages named in the record

VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
LinuxLinux4a488a7ad71401169cecee75dc94bcce642e2c53, 4a488a7ad71401169cecee75dc94bcce642e2c53, 4a488a7ad71401169cecee75dc94bcce642e2c53, 4a488a7ad71401169cecee75dc94bcce642e2c53, 4a488a7ad71401169cecee75dc94bcce642e2c53, 4a488a7ad71401169cecee75dc94bcce642e2c53, 4a488a7ad71401169cecee75dc94bcce642e2c53, 4a488a7ad71401169cecee75dc94bcce642e2c53unaffected
LinuxLinux3.19, 0, 4.19.312, 5.4.274, 5.10.215, 5.15.155, 6.1.86, 6.6.27, 6.8.6, 6.9affected
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