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CVE-2024-26922: drm/amdgpu: validate the parameters of bo mapping operations more clearly

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: drm/amdgpu: validate the parameters of bo mapping operations more clearly Verify the parameters of amdgpu_vm_bo_(map/replace_map/clearing_mappings) in one common place.

HighCVSS 7.8Not KEV-listedUpdated
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Plain-English summary

A Linux kernel flaw in the AMDGPU graphics driver insufficiently validated parameters used when mapping GPU buffer objects. A local, low-privileged user could potentially compromise confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Exposure depends on the affected kernel code being present and relevant AMDGPU functionality being accessible.

Executive priority

Treat as a high-priority local privilege-boundary risk, not an internet-wide emergency. Patch exposed shared or untrusted-user systems promptly, then address remaining affected AMDGPU hosts through normal high-severity maintenance. Escalate if local compromise would expose sensitive workloads or critical operations.

Technical view

CVE-2024-26922 affects parameter validation across amdgpu_vm_bo_map, amdgpu_vm_bo_replace_map, and clearing-mapping operations. The kernel fix consolidates validation in one place. The supplied CVSS 3.1 score is 7.8: local access, low complexity, low privileges, no user interaction, and potentially high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact.

Likely exposure

Prioritize Linux systems running affected kernel versions where AMDGPU functionality is present or used, especially multi-user endpoints and compute hosts. The bundle lists affected releases from 4.12 through 6.9, with fixed stable versions including 4.19.313, 5.4.275, 5.10.216, 5.15.157, 6.1.88, 6.6.29, and 6.8.8. Distribution backports may alter exposure.

Exploitation context

The supplied CVSS vector requires local access and low privileges; this is not described as a remotely exploitable flaw. CISA KEV status is false, and the provided sources do not establish active exploitation, public exploit availability, or a demonstrated attack chain.

Researcher notes

The public description identifies inadequate mapping-parameter validation but does not provide a CWE, detailed memory-safety mechanism, crash evidence, or proven exploitation primitive. Multiple stable-tree commits indicate backports across kernel branches. Researchers should assess exact branch ancestry and distribution backports before declaring a system vulnerable; version strings alone may misclassify patched vendor kernels.

Mitigation direction

  • Apply the latest supported kernel update supplied by your Linux distribution.
  • Confirm the update includes the CVE fix or an equivalent vendor backport.
  • Prioritize shared systems where untrusted local users can access AMDGPU functionality.
  • Consult distribution or kernel vendor guidance when version or backport status is unclear.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory running kernel versions and identify systems using AMDGPU hardware or drivers.
  • Compare each distribution kernel against its vendor advisory and fixed package release.
  • Verify the corrected kernel is running after maintenance, not merely installed.
  • For custom kernels, confirm inclusion of the applicable upstream stable fix commit.
Prepared
Confidence
medium
Sources
6

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record
Severity
High
CVSS
7.8 (3.1)
Known Exploited
No
Published

Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Official CVE source material

CNA and ADP enrichment extracted from CVE v5

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1CVSS vectors
3Timeline events
2ADP providers
14Source links

SSVC decision data

CISA-ADPCISA Coordinator
Timestamp
Version
2.0.3
Exploitation: noneAutomatable: noTechnical Impact: partial

CVSS vector scores

1 official score

We collect every scored CVSS vector available in the official CNA and ADP containers. When more than one version is present, the table keeps the source vectors side by side instead of collapsing them into the highest score.

ScoreVersionSeverityVectorExploitImpactSource
7.8CVSS 3.1HighCVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H1.85.9Linux

Vulnerability scoring details

Base CVSS 3.1 score

7.8High
CVSS 3.1 vector shape for CVE-2024-26922Attack VectorAttack ComplexityPrivileges RequiredUser InteractionScopeConfidentiality ImpactIntegrity ImpactAvailability Impact

Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector
NetworkAdjacentLocalPhysical
Attack Complexity
LowHigh
Privileges Required
NoneLowHigh
User Interaction
NoneRequired
Scope
ChangedUnchanged
Confidentiality Impact
HighLowNone
Integrity Impact
HighLowNone
Availability Impact
HighLowNone

Vulnerability timeline

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  1. CVE reservedCVE Program

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  2. CVE publishedCVE Program

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  3. CVE updatedCVE Program

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ADP provider summaries

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other:ssvc

Source materials

Affected products

Products and packages named in the record

VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
LinuxLinuxdc54d3d1744d23ed0b345fd8bc1c493b74e8df44, dc54d3d1744d23ed0b345fd8bc1c493b74e8df44, dc54d3d1744d23ed0b345fd8bc1c493b74e8df44, dc54d3d1744d23ed0b345fd8bc1c493b74e8df44, dc54d3d1744d23ed0b345fd8bc1c493b74e8df44, dc54d3d1744d23ed0b345fd8bc1c493b74e8df44, dc54d3d1744d23ed0b345fd8bc1c493b74e8df44, dc54d3d1744d23ed0b345fd8bc1c493b74e8df44unaffected
LinuxLinux4.12, 0, 4.19.313, 5.4.275, 5.10.216, 5.15.157, 6.1.88, 6.6.29, 6.8.8, 6.9affected
Weakness

CWE details

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