What is the severity of CVE-2023-52862?

CVE-2023-52862 has a moderate severity rating due to the null pointer dereference potentially affecting system stability.

How do I fix CVE-2023-52862?

To fix CVE-2023-52862, upgrade your Linux kernel to version 6.5.12 or later in the 6.5 series, or to version 6.6.2 or later in the 6.6 series.

Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2023-52862?

CVE-2023-52862 affects Linux kernel versions between 6.5 and 6.5.12 and versions between 6.6 and 6.6.2.

What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2023-52862?

CVE-2023-52862 involves a null pointer dereference in the Display Core initialization in the Linux kernel.

Is CVE-2023-52862 related to any specific components of the Linux kernel?

Yes, CVE-2023-52862 specifically relates to the drm/amd/display component of the Linux kernel.

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CVE-2023-52862

medium

4.1

CWE

476

21/5/2024

2/4/2025

CVE-2023-52862: drm/amd/display: Fix null pointer dereference in error message

First published: Tue May 21 2024(Updated: )

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: drm/amd/display: Fix null pointer dereference in error message This patch fixes a null pointer dereference in the error message that is printed when the Display Core (DC) fails to initialize. The original message includes the DC version number, which is undefined if the DC is not initialized.

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

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Linux Kernel	>=6.5<6.5.12
Linux Kernel	>=6.6<6.6.2

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What is the severity of CVE-2023-52862?
CVE-2023-52862 has a moderate severity rating due to the null pointer dereference potentially affecting system stability.
How do I fix CVE-2023-52862?
To fix CVE-2023-52862, upgrade your Linux kernel to version 6.5.12 or later in the 6.5 series, or to version 6.6.2 or later in the 6.6 series.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2023-52862?
CVE-2023-52862 affects Linux kernel versions between 6.5 and 6.5.12 and versions between 6.6 and 6.6.2.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2023-52862?
CVE-2023-52862 involves a null pointer dereference in the Display Core initialization in the Linux kernel.
Is CVE-2023-52862 related to any specific components of the Linux kernel?
Yes, CVE-2023-52862 specifically relates to the drm/amd/display component of the Linux kernel.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-52862?
CVE-2023-52862 has a moderate severity rating due to the null pointer dereference potentially affecting system stability.
How do I fix CVE-2023-52862?
To fix CVE-2023-52862, upgrade your Linux kernel to version 6.5.12 or later in the 6.5 series, or to version 6.6.2 or later in the 6.6 series.
Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2023-52862?
CVE-2023-52862 affects Linux kernel versions between 6.5 and 6.5.12 and versions between 6.6 and 6.6.2.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2023-52862?
CVE-2023-52862 involves a null pointer dereference in the Display Core initialization in the Linux kernel.
Is CVE-2023-52862 related to any specific components of the Linux kernel?
Yes, CVE-2023-52862 specifically relates to the drm/amd/display component of the Linux kernel.

CVE-2023-52862: drm/amd/display: Fix null pointer dereference in error message

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Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2023-52862?

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Is CVE-2023-52862 related to any specific components of the Linux kernel?

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What is the severity of CVE-2023-52862?

How do I fix CVE-2023-52862?

Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2023-52862?

What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2023-52862?

Is CVE-2023-52862 related to any specific components of the Linux kernel?