Linux Kernel UVC Driver Out-of-Bounds Write (CVE-2024-53104)

Historical catalog analysis: CISA added this entry on February 05, 2025. The entry reflects catalog information retrieved on August 31, 2026, not a snapshot archived on the inclusion date. Check current vendor guidance before acting.

What the vulnerability is

CVE-2024-53104 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability (CWE-787) located within the uvc_parse_streaming component of the USB Video Class (UVC) driver in the Linux Kernel. This flaw could allow a user with physical access to the system to achieve escalation of privilege.

Exposure and applicability

This vulnerability affects systems running the Linux Kernel that utilize the UVC driver for USB video devices. Because the exploit path requires physical interaction with the hardware, exposure is highest in environments where unauthorized personnel have direct physical access to USB ports on Linux-based workstations or servers.

CISA added this vulnerability to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog on February 5, 2025, indicating that it has been observed in active exploitation. For U.S. federal agencies, CISA has established a remediation deadline of February 26, 2025.

Remediation priorities

Our analysis suggests prioritizing remediation based on the physical accessibility of the affected assets. Systems in open-access areas or those serving as kiosks should be prioritized over secured data center hardware.

1. Vendor Patching: The primary corrective action is to apply mitigations provided by the specific Linux distribution vendor.
2. Hardware Access Control: In scenarios where immediate patching is not feasible, restricting physical access to USB ports could reduce the likelihood of exploitation.
3. Component Deactivation: If the UVC driver is not required for business operations, disabling the driver or removing the affected hardware may eliminate the exposure path.

How to validate remediation

Verification must move beyond simple version checks to ensure the mitigation is active and effective:

• Kernel Verification: Confirm that the running kernel version matches the patched release provided by the vendor.
• Driver Status: For systems where the UVC driver was disabled as a compensating control, verify through system logs or module lists that the uvcvideo module is not loaded.
• Configuration Audit: Ensure that physical port security (e.g., locked chassis or disabled USB ports in BIOS/UEFI) is active for high-risk assets.

Limits and open questions

While patching addresses the specific out-of-bounds write, residual risk remains if other vulnerabilities exist within the UVC driver stack. It is currently unknown whether this vulnerability has been utilized by known ransomware campaigns. Furthermore, because this affects a common open-source component, organizations must verify which specific downstream distributions have integrated the fix, as patching timelines may vary across different Linux vendors.

Source and editorial note

CVE-2024-53104: Linux Kernel Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability · Source date: February 05, 2025 · Retrieved August 31, 2026.

Material facts are tied to the cited primary source. Recommendations are independent defensive analysis unless attributed to the source. Confirm consequential decisions against current authoritative guidance.

Archive date: February 08, 2025. The displayed post date is assigned three days after the source date to organize this retrospective archive; it does not mean this site published the analysis then. First published by this site: October 26, 2026 at 00:21 UTC.

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