CVE-2023-52429: Medium severity Linux Linux kernel vulnerability
dmtablecreate in drivers/md/dm-table.c in the Linux kernel through 6.7.4 can attempt to (in alloctargets) allocate more than INTMAX bytes, and crash, because of a missing check for struct dmioctl.targetcount.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.1.176-1Fixed in 6.1.190-1Fixed in 6.12.107-1Fixed in 6.12.115-2Fixed in 7.2.12-1Fixed in 7.2.15-1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-52429?
CVE-2023-52429 has a high severity as it can cause system crashes due to memory allocation issues.
How do I fix CVE-2023-52429?
To fix CVE-2023-52429, update your Linux kernel to versions 5.10.223-1, 5.10.226-1, 6.1.123-1, 6.1.119-1, 6.12.11-1, or 6.12.12-1.
What systems are affected by CVE-2023-52429?
CVE-2023-52429 affects various versions of the Linux kernel up to 6.7.4, including specific Fedora releases.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2023-52429?
The potential consequences of CVE-2023-52429 include system crashes and instability due to excessive memory allocation.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-52429 before applying patches?
Currently, there is no specific workaround for CVE-2023-52429, so applying the recommended patches is essential.