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CVE-2024-36015: ppdev: Add an error check in register_device

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ppdev: Add an error check in register_device In register_device, the return value of ida_simple_get is unchecked, in witch ida_simple_get will use an invalid index value. To address this issue, index should be checked after ida_simple_get. When the index value is abnormal, a warning message should be printed, the port should be dropped, and the value should be recorded.

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Plain-English summary

CVE-2024-36015 is a Linux kernel defect in ppdev device registration. A failed ID allocation was not checked, which could leave the driver using an invalid index. Public sources confirm a kernel fix, but do not provide CVSS, CWE, or concrete impact details.

Executive priority

Schedule this into normal kernel patch management unless local ppdev exposure is material. Escalate if a vendor later assigns high severity, confirms privilege impact, or reports exploitation.

Technical view

The Linux ppdev register_device path did not validate ida_simple_get before using the returned index. The fix adds error handling for abnormal index values, logs a warning, drops the port, and records the failure value. Stable kernel commits and a Debian LTS advisory reference remediation.

Likely exposure

Exposure is likely limited to Linux systems running affected kernel versions with ppdev support present. The bundle lists affected Linux kernel lines and stable commit references, but does not state which distributions or configurations are exploitable.

Exploitation context

The source bundle does not show CISA KEV listing, public exploitation, proof-of-concept availability, or attacker requirements. Treat this as a kernel correctness and reliability issue until vendor advisories provide clearer impact information.

Researcher notes

The available evidence identifies the faulty code path and fix pattern, but not security impact, exploitability, or prerequisites. Avoid assuming remote exposure or privilege escalation without additional vendor analysis.

Mitigation direction

  • Update affected Linux kernels through the distribution or vendor-supported channel.
  • Prioritize systems that enable or rely on ppdev or parallel-port device support.
  • Review Debian LTS guidance if managing Debian systems covered by that advisory.
  • Track vendor advisories for severity, configuration dependencies, and backported fixes.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory Linux kernel versions across servers, endpoints, and appliances.
  • Compare installed kernels with vendor fixed packages or referenced stable commits.
  • Check whether ppdev support is enabled or loaded on relevant systems.
  • Confirm patched kernels are running after maintenance reboots.
  • Document exceptions where vendor fixes are unavailable or unsupported.
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Confidence
medium
Sources
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Not scored
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2.0.3
Exploitation: noneAutomatable: noTechnical Impact: partial

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Products and packages named in the record

VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
LinuxLinux9a69645dde1188723d80745c1bc6ee9af2cbe2a7, 9a69645dde1188723d80745c1bc6ee9af2cbe2a7, 9a69645dde1188723d80745c1bc6ee9af2cbe2a7, 9a69645dde1188723d80745c1bc6ee9af2cbe2a7, 9a69645dde1188723d80745c1bc6ee9af2cbe2a7, 9a69645dde1188723d80745c1bc6ee9af2cbe2a7, 9a69645dde1188723d80745c1bc6ee9af2cbe2a7, 9a69645dde1188723d80745c1bc6ee9af2cbe2a7, 9c2b46e720d5b083268ca0131f513a90696f3a82, 762602796be626cbb6b3a6573e00b9ee7db00c97unaffected
LinuxLinux4.11, 0, 4.19.316, 5.4.278, 5.10.219, 5.15.161, 6.1.93, 6.6.33, 6.9.4, 6.10affected
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