Linux Kernel Vulnerability in seqiv Function Leading to Use-After-Free
CVE-2023-53373

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Linux

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 September 2025

What is CVE-2023-53373?

A critical issue has been identified in the Linux kernel regarding the seqiv function within the crypto subsystem. The function failed to properly handle the EBUSY return status, which is crucial when the MAY_BACKLOG flag is set during a request. This oversight can lead to backlogged requests improperly triggering a use-after-free condition, potentially allowing an attacker to exploit this flaw for arbitrary code execution or system instability. It is essential for users and administrators of affected versions to update their systems to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

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Affected Version(s)

Linux 0a270321dbf948963aeb0e8382fe17d2c2eb3771

Linux 0a270321dbf948963aeb0e8382fe17d2c2eb3771 < 1effbddaff60eeef8017c6dea1ee0ed970164d14

Linux 0a270321dbf948963aeb0e8382fe17d2c2eb3771 < 63551e4b7cbcd9914258827699eb2cb6ed6e4a16

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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