Vulnerability Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: octeon_ep: cancel queued works in probe error path If it fails to get the devices's MAC address, octep_probe exits while leaving the delayed work intr_poll_task queued. When the work later runs, it's a use after free. Move the cancelation of intr_poll_task from octep_remove into octep_device_cleanup. This does not change anything in the octep_remove flow, but octep_device_cleanup is called also in the octep_probe error path, where the cancelation is needed. Note that the cancelation of ctrl_mbox_task has to follow intr_poll_task's, because the ctrl_mbox_task may be queued by intr_poll_task.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | >= 6.4, < 6.4.12 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/62312e2f6466b5f0a120542a38b410d88a34ed00Patch
- https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/758c91078165ae641b698750a72eafe7968b3756Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-53638?
CVE-2023-53638 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: octeon_ep: cancel queued works in probe error path If it fails to get the devices's MAC address, octep_probe exits while leaving t...
How severe is CVE-2023-53638?
CVE-2023-53638 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-53638?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel.