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CVE-2023-52687: crypto: safexcel - Add error handling for dma_map_sg() calls

First published: Fri May 17 2024(Updated: )

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.

Credit: 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67 416baaa9-dc9f-4396-8d5f-8c081fb06d67

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
debian/linux
5.10.223-1
5.10.234-1
6.1.129-1
6.1.133-1
6.12.21-1
6.12.22-1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-52687?

    CVE-2023-52687 has been classified with a severity level that indicates a significant potential for impact if exploited.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-52687?

    To address CVE-2023-52687, update your Linux kernel to one of the patched versions such as 5.10.223-1 or 6.12.12-1.

  • What are the affected versions for CVE-2023-52687?

    The affected versions for CVE-2023-52687 include various releases of the Linux kernel prior to the specified patched versions.

  • What components are impacted by CVE-2023-52687?

    CVE-2023-52687 specifically impacts the crypto subsystem of the Linux kernel related to safexcel.

  • Is CVE-2023-52687 being actively exploited?

    As of now, there is no public indication that CVE-2023-52687 is being actively exploited in the wild.

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