CVE-2023-5643: Mali GPU Kernel Driver allows improper GPU memory processing operations

Published Feb 5, 2024
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Updated

Out-of-bounds Write vulnerability in Arm Ltd Bifrost GPU Kernel Driver, Arm Ltd Valhall GPU Kernel Driver, Arm Ltd Arm 5th Gen GPU Architecture Kernel Driver allows a local non-privileged user to make improper GPU memory processing operations. Depending on the configuration of the Mali GPU Kernel Driver, and if the system’s memory is carefully prepared by the user, then this in turn could write to memory outside of buffer bounds.This issue affects Bifrost GPU Kernel Driver: from r41p0 through r45p0; Valhall GPU Kernel Driver: from r41p0 through r45p0; Arm 5th Gen GPU Architecture Kernel Driver: from r41p0 through r45p0.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Google Android
Arm 5th Gen GPU Architecture Kernel Driver>=r41p0<r46p0
Arm Bifrost GPU Kernel Driver>=r41p0<r46p0
Arm Valhall GPU Kernel Driver>=r41p0<r46p0

Remediation

Information

This issue is fixed in Bifrost, Valhall, and Arm 5th Gen GPU Architecture Kernel Driver r46p0. Users are recommended to upgrade if they are impacted by this issue.

Event History

Feb 5, 2024
CVE Published
via Android·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via Android·12:00 AM
SeverityAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:49 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:49 AM
RemedyDescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5643?

CVE-2023-5643 is a high-severity vulnerability that allows an attacker to exploit out-of-bounds write conditions.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-5643?

To fix CVE-2023-5643, update the affected graphics drivers to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2023-5643?

CVE-2023-5643 affects the Arm Ltd Bifrost GPU Kernel Driver, Arm Ltd Valhall GPU Kernel Driver, and Arm Ltd Arm 5th Gen GPU Architecture Kernel Driver running Android versions 41p0 to 46p0.

4

Who can exploit CVE-2023-5643?

CVE-2023-5643 can be exploited by local non-privileged users who can perform improper GPU memory operations.

5

What are the consequences of CVE-2023-5643?

Exploitation of CVE-2023-5643 may lead to system instability or unauthorized access to memory, resulting in compromised system security.

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