CVE-2023-53211: driver core: location: Free struct acpi_pld_info *pld before return false

Published Sep 15, 2025
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Updated

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

driver core: location: Free struct acpipldinfo pld before return false

struct acpipldinfo pld should be freed before the return of allocation failure, to prevent memory leak, add the ACPIFREE() to fix it.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Linux Linux kernel
Linux Linux kernel>=5.19<6.1.16
Linux Linux kernel>=6.2<6.2.3

Event History

Sep 15, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:21 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:21 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-53211?

CVE-2023-53211 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability affecting the Linux kernel due to improper memory management.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-53211?

To fix CVE-2023-53211, ensure your Linux kernel is updated to version 6.1.16 or higher, or to version 6.2.3 if version 6.2 is currently in use.

3

What impact does CVE-2023-53211 have on systems?

CVE-2023-53211 can lead to memory leaks, potentially affecting system performance and stability.

4

Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2023-53211?

CVE-2023-53211 affects Linux kernel versions from 5.19 up to 6.1.16 and also those from 6.2.0 to 6.2.3.

5

Is CVE-2023-53211 actively being exploited?

As of now, there have been no widespread reports of active exploitation of CVE-2023-53211.

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