Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-53131: SUNRPC: Fix a server shutdown leak

First published: Fri May 02 2025(Updated: )

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: SUNRPC: Fix a server shutdown leak Fix a race where kthread_stop() may prevent the threadfn from ever getting called. If that happens the svc_rqst will not be cleaned up.

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Linux Kernel

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-53131?

    CVE-2023-53131 has a medium severity level due to its potential impact on server stability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-53131?

    To fix CVE-2023-53131, ensure that your Linux kernel is updated to the latest stable version that includes the patch addressing this vulnerability.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2023-53131?

    CVE-2023-53131 affects all versions of the Linux kernel prior to the release containing the fix.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-53131?

    CVE-2023-53131 is a race condition vulnerability in the Linux kernel related to the SUNRPC server.

  • What happens if CVE-2023-53131 is exploited?

    Exploitation of CVE-2023-53131 could lead to server shutdown leaks which may affect service reliability.

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