CVE-2023-53429: btrfs: don't check PageError in __extent_writepage
Published Sep 18, 2025
·Updated
btrfs: don't check PageError in extentwritepage
Affected Software
3 affected components
Linux Kernel
Microsoft cbl2 kernel 5.15.186.1-1
Linux Linux kernel<6.4.7
Event History
Sep 18, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:04 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:04 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Dec 12, 2025
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·01:02 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·09:02 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2023-53429?
The severity of CVE-2023-53429 is classified as high due to potential data corruption risks in the Linux kernel.
2
How do I fix CVE-2023-53429?
To fix CVE-2023-53429, update your Linux kernel to the latest version where this vulnerability has been patched.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2023-53429?
CVE-2023-53429 affects systems running affected versions of the Linux kernel that utilize the btrfs filesystem.
4
What happens if CVE-2023-53429 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2023-53429 could lead to data corruption and potentially cause system instability.
5
Is CVE-2023-53429 a persistent vulnerability in the Linux kernel?
CVE-2023-53429 is not a persistent vulnerability and has been resolved in the updated versions of the Linux kernel.