CVE-2024-52537: linux kernel — Fix

Description

Dell Client Platform Firmware Update Utility contains an Improper Link Resolution vulnerability. A high privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of Privileges.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

6.3

MEDIUM

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

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-61 CWE-61

CWE-59 CWE-59

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
dell	dock_hd22q_firmware_update_utility	< 1.00.23
linux	linux_kernel	All
microsoft	windows	All
microsoft	windows	All
dell	dock_hd22q_firmware_update_utility	< 1.00.28
linux	linux_kernel	All
microsoft	windows	All
microsoft	windows	All
dell	dock_wd19_firmware_update_utility	< 01.00.44
linux	linux_kernel	All
microsoft	windows	All
microsoft	windows	All
dell	dock_wd19_firmware_update_utility	< 01.00.28
linux	linux_kernel	All
microsoft	windows	All
microsoft	windows	All
dell	dock_wd22tb4_firmware_update_utility	< 01.00.28
linux	linux_kernel	All
microsoft	windows	All
microsoft	windows	All
dell	dock_wd22tb4_firmware_update_utility	< 01.00.44
linux	linux_kernel	All
microsoft	windows	All
microsoft	windows	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000227591/dsa-2024-351

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-52537? +

Dell Client Platform Firmware Update Utility contains an Improper Link Resolution vulnerability. A high privileged attacker with local access could potentially exploit this vulnerability, leading to Elevation of Privileges. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.3 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2024-52537? +

CVE-2024-52537 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 6.3 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-52537? +

CVE-2024-52537 affects products from dell, linux, microsoft, specifically: dock_hd22q_firmware_update_utility, dock_wd19_firmware_update_utility, dock_wd22tb4_firmware_update_utility, linux_kernel, windows. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-52537? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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