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CVE-2023-52687

Linux Kernel vulnerability

9.8 CRITICALEPSS 0.60%
  1. Published17 May 2024

Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: crypto: safexcel - Add error handling for dma_map_sg() calls Macro dma_map_sg() may return 0 on error. This patch enables checks in case of the macro failure and ensures unmapping of previously mapped buffers with dma_unmap_sg(). Found by Linux Verification Center (linuxtesting.org) with static analysis tool SVACE.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Linux Kernel≥ 6.1 < 6.1.75 · ≥ 6.2 < 6.6.14 · ≥ 6.7 < 6.7.2

Remediation

Fixed in
Linux Kernel≥ 6.1.75

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2023-52687 being actively exploited?

CVE-2023-52687 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.60%.

How severe is CVE-2023-52687?

CVE-2023-52687 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 0.60% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2023-52687?

Affected products include Linux Kernel.

How do I fix CVE-2023-52687?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Linux Kernel 6.1.75 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.