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CVE-2024-57993: HID: hid-thrustmaster: Fix warning in thrustmaster_probe by adding endpoint check

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: HID: hid-thrustmaster: Fix warning in thrustmaster_probe by adding endpoint check syzbot has found a type mismatch between a USB pipe and the transfer endpoint, which is triggered by the hid-thrustmaster driver[1]. There is a number of similar, already fixed issues [2]. In this case as in others, implementing check for endpoint type fixes the issue. [1] https://syzkaller.appspot.com/bug?extid=040e8b3db6a96908d470 [2] https://syzkaller.appspot.com/bug?extid=348331f63b034f89b622

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Plain-English summary

This is a Linux kernel issue in the Thrustmaster HID driver. A malformed or unexpected USB HID endpoint can trigger a driver warning because the code did not confirm the endpoint type before use. The public record does not provide CVSS, confirmed impact beyond the warning, or evidence of active exploitation.

Executive priority

Handle through normal kernel patch management unless the environment allows untrusted USB device access at scale. Prioritize shared workstations, kiosks, labs, and other endpoints where peripheral control is weaker.

Technical view

The vulnerable area is `hid-thrustmaster` in the Linux kernel. syzbot reported a type mismatch between a USB pipe and transfer endpoint during `thrustmaster_probe`. The kernel fix adds endpoint type validation, consistent with similar previously fixed USB HID issues. Impact details are limited in the provided sources.

Likely exposure

Most relevant exposure is Linux systems that load the Thrustmaster HID driver and accept locally attached or otherwise controllable USB HID devices. Servers without USB peripheral access are less likely to be exposed. Distribution kernels may vary, so confirm package backports with vendor advisories.

Exploitation context

The source bundle cites syzbot discovery and kernel stable fixes. It does not cite public exploitation, CISA KEV listing, exploit code, or a proven remote attack path. Treat this as a local or physical USB-adjacent kernel hardening issue unless vendor guidance says otherwise.

Researcher notes

Evidence is incomplete for impact severity: no CVSS, CWE, or exploitation claim is supplied. The strongest technical signal is the syzbot report and stable kernel commits adding endpoint type checks in `thrustmaster_probe`. Avoid assuming privilege escalation or remote compromise from the provided record alone.

Mitigation direction

  • Apply Linux kernel updates containing the referenced stable fixes.
  • Check Debian LTS and your Linux vendor advisories for backported packages.
  • Restrict untrusted USB HID devices on managed endpoints.
  • Disable unnecessary HID or gaming peripheral support where operationally feasible.

Validation and detection

  • Identify Linux hosts that allow local USB peripheral attachment.
  • Check running kernel versions against vendor-fixed package versions.
  • Confirm the kernel includes the `hid-thrustmaster` endpoint validation fix.
  • Review fleet controls for blocking unauthorized USB HID devices.
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VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
LinuxLinuxc49c33637802a2c6957a78119eb8be3b055dd9e9, c49c33637802a2c6957a78119eb8be3b055dd9e9, c49c33637802a2c6957a78119eb8be3b055dd9e9, c49c33637802a2c6957a78119eb8be3b055dd9e9, c49c33637802a2c6957a78119eb8be3b055dd9e9unaffected
LinuxLinux5.13, 0, 6.1.129, 6.6.76, 6.12.13, 6.13.2, 6.14affected
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