CVE-2023-54161: af_unix: Fix null-ptr-deref in unix_stream_sendpage().
Published Dec 24, 2025
·Updated
Rejected reason: This CVE ID has been rejected or withdrawn by its CVE Numbering Authority.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Linux Linux kernel<6.5
Microsoft azl3 kernel 6.6.117.1-1
Event History
Dec 24, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:07 PM
Rejected
via MITRE·01:07 PM
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:16 PM
Description
Dec 25, 2025
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·01:03 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Dec 29, 2025
Rejected
via MITRE·03:22 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2023-54161?
CVE-2023-54161 has a high severity due to its potential to cause a null pointer dereference in the Linux kernel.
2
How do I fix CVE-2023-54161?
To fix CVE-2023-54161, update your Linux kernel to a version greater than 6.5 where the issue has been patched.
3
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-54161?
CVE-2023-54161 affects Linux Kernel versions up to but not including 6.5.
4
What are the implications of CVE-2023-54161?
The implications of CVE-2023-54161 include potential system crashes or denial of service due to the null pointer dereference.
5
Who reported CVE-2023-54161?
CVE-2023-54161 was reported by Bing-Jhong Billy Jheng, who provided detailed analysis and reproducibility steps.