CVE-2023-53424: clk: mediatek: fix of_iomap memory leak
Published Sep 18, 2025
·Updated
clk: mediatek: fix ofiomap memory leak
Affected Software
4 affected components
Linux Kernel
Microsoft cbl2 kernel 5.15.186.1-1
Linux Linux kernel>=5.15<6.3.13
Linux Linux kernel>=6.4<6.4.4
Event History
Sep 18, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:04 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:04 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Dec 12, 2025
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·01:02 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2023-53424?
CVE-2023-53424 has been classified as a low-severity vulnerability due to its nature involving a memory leak.
2
How do I fix CVE-2023-53424?
To fix CVE-2023-53424, update the Linux kernel to the latest stable version where the memory leak has been addressed.
3
What component of the Linux kernel is affected by CVE-2023-53424?
CVE-2023-53424 affects the clk subsystem, specifically the MediaTek clock driver.
4
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2023-53424?
The potential consequences of CVE-2023-53424 include increased memory usage over time, which may lead to performance degradation.
5
Is CVE-2023-53424 being actively exploited?
As of now, there are no known active exploits for CVE-2023-53424, but it is advisable to apply patches to mitigate any risk.