Vulnerability Description
In the Linux kernel before 5.16, tools/perf/util/expr.c lacks a check for the hashmap__new return value.
CVSS Score
4.0
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:H/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | < 5.16 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v5.x/ChangeLog-5.16Mailing ListPatchVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/0a515a06c5ebfa46fee3ac519e418f801e718daPatch
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20230331-0003/Third Party Advisory
- https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v5.x/ChangeLog-5.16Mailing ListPatchVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/0a515a06c5ebfa46fee3ac519e418f801e718daPatch
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20230331-0003/Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-23003?
CVE-2023-23003 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.0 (MEDIUM). In the Linux kernel before 5.16, tools/perf/util/expr.c lacks a check for the hashmap__new return value.
How severe is CVE-2023-23003?
CVE-2023-23003 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-23003?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.