CVE-2023-52681: efivarfs: Free s_fs_info on unmount

Published May 17, 2024
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Updated

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:

efivarfs: Free sfsinfo on unmount

Now that we allocate a sfsinfo struct on fs context creation, we should ensure that we free it again when the superblock goes away.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
debian/linux
5.10.223-15.10.234-16.1.129-16.1.135-16.12.25-16.12.27-1
Linux Linux kernel>=6.7<6.7.2

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/linux to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 5.10.223-1Fixed in 5.10.234-1Fixed in 6.1.129-1Fixed in 6.1.135-1Fixed in 6.12.25-1Fixed in 6.12.27-1
  2. Operational

    Free the efivarfs s_fs_info allocation when the superblock goes away during unmount.

Event History

May 17, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:24 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:24 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-52681?

CVE-2023-52681 is classified as a low-severity vulnerability in the Linux kernel.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-52681?

To fix CVE-2023-52681, update your Linux kernel to one of the patched versions such as 5.10.223-1 or 6.12.11-1.

3

Which versions of Linux are affected by CVE-2023-52681?

CVE-2023-52681 affects specific versions of the Linux kernel including 5.10.223-1, 5.10.226-1, and 6.1.119-1.

4

What component is impacted by CVE-2023-52681?

CVE-2023-52681 impacts the efivarfs component within the Linux kernel.

5

Is CVE-2023-52681 a remote exploit vulnerability?

CVE-2023-52681 does not appear to be categorized as a remote exploit vulnerability.

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