CVE-2024-26938 | Linux Kernel up to 6.1.83/6.6.23/6.7.11/6.8.2/6.9-rc1 drm intel_bios_encoder_supports_dp_dual_mode Privilege Escalation

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, was found in Linux Kernel up to 6.1.83/6.6.23/6.7.11/6.8.2/6.9-rc1. Affected is the function intel_bios_encoder_supports_dp_dual_mode of the component drm. The manipulation leads to Privilege Escalation.

This vulnerability is traded as CVE-2024-26938. The attack needs to be done within the local network. There is no exploit available.

It is recommended to upgrade the affected component.