Vulnerability Description
In the Linux kernel before 5.16.3, drivers/bluetooth/hci_qca.c misinterprets the devm_gpiod_get_index_optional return value (expects it to be NULL in the error case, whereas it is actually an error pointer).
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | < 5.16.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v5.x/ChangeLog-5.16.3Mailing ListPatchRelease Notes
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/6845667146a28c09b5dfc401c1ad11237408794Patch
- https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v5.x/ChangeLog-5.16.3Mailing ListPatchRelease Notes
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/6845667146a28c09b5dfc401c1ad11237408794Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-23002?
CVE-2023-23002 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). In the Linux kernel before 5.16.3, drivers/bluetooth/hci_qca.c misinterprets the devm_gpiod_get_index_optional return value (expects it to be NULL in the error case, whereas it is actually an error po...
How severe is CVE-2023-23002?
CVE-2023-23002 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-23002?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.