CVE-2023-52571: power: supply: rk817: Fix node refcount leak
First published: Sat Mar 02 2024(Updated: )
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: power: supply: rk817: Fix node refcount leak Dan Carpenter reports that the Smatch static checker warning has found that there is another refcount leak in the probe function. While of_node_put() was added in one of the return paths, it should in fact be added for ALL return paths that return an error and at driver removal time.
Credit: 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Red Hat Kernel-devel | ||
| Linux Kernel | >=6.1.2<6.1.56 | |
| Linux Kernel | >=6.2<6.5.6 | |
| Linux Kernel | =6.6-rc1 | |
| Linux Kernel | =6.6-rc2 | |
| Linux Kernel | =6.6-rc3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-52571?
CVE-2023-52571 has been classified with a severity rating that indicates potential risks in the Linux kernel related to a reference count leak.
How do I fix CVE-2023-52571?
Fixing CVE-2023-52571 requires applying the latest patches from the Linux kernel repository that address the refcount leak issue.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2023-52571?
CVE-2023-52571 affects various versions of the Linux kernel, particularly those that include the rk817 power supply driver.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2023-52571?
The potential impacts of CVE-2023-52571 include system instability or crashes due to memory mismanagement in the affected power supply driver.
Who reported CVE-2023-52571?
CVE-2023-52571 was reported by security researcher Dan Carpenter through a Smatch static checker warning.
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