CVE-2023-5091: Mali GPU Kernel Driver allows improper GPU processing operations

Published Jan 8, 2024
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Updated

Use After Free vulnerability in Arm Ltd Valhall GPU Kernel Driver allows a local non-privileged user to make improper GPU processing operations to gain access to already freed memory. This issue affects Valhall GPU Kernel Driver: from r37p0 through r40p0.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Google Android
Arm Valhall GPU Kernel Driver>=r37p0<=r40p0

Remediation

Information

This issue is fixed in Valhall GPU Kernel Driver r41p0. Users are recommended to upgrade if they are impacted by this issue.

Event History

Jan 8, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:23 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:23 AM
RemedyDescriptionWeakness
Feb 5, 2024
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5091?

CVE-2023-5091 is a high-severity vulnerability due to improper GPU processing operations that can lead to unauthorized access to freed memory.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-5091?

To fix CVE-2023-5091, ensure that you update the Arm Ltd Valhall GPU Kernel Driver to a version later than r40p0.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2023-5091?

CVE-2023-5091 affects local non-privileged users operating systems that utilize the Arm Valhall GPU Kernel Driver versions from r37p0 through r40p0.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-5091?

CVE-2023-5091 is classified as a Use After Free vulnerability which can lead to exploitation through access to already freed memory.

5

Can CVE-2023-5091 impact Android devices?

Yes, CVE-2023-5091 can impact Android devices that utilize the vulnerable versions of the Arm Valhall GPU Kernel Driver.

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