Memory Leak in Linux Kernel Due to drm/client Configuration Issues
CVE-2023-53288

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Linux

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 September 2025

What is CVE-2023-53288?

A memory leak vulnerability has been identified in the Linux kernel's drm/client functionality. When a new mode is set within the modeset structure, the previous mode is not being properly freed, leading to potential memory exhaustion over time. This issue manifests during mode setting operations, particularly in the drm_client_modeset_probe function, which could result in inefficiencies and resource waste. It is pivotal for users and administrators to apply the latest patches to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability and improve system stability.

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Affected Version(s)

Linux a2889606636d135148de101fe3311dfea67baf1c < 5d580017bdb9b3e930b6009e467e5e1589f8ca8a

Linux a2889606636d135148de101fe3311dfea67baf1c < 5f2a12f64347f535c6ef55fa7eb36a2874d69b59

Linux a2889606636d135148de101fe3311dfea67baf1c < 1369d0c586ad44f2d18fe2f4cbc5bcb24132fa71

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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