Memory Leak in Linux Kernel SCSI Module

CVE-2023-53436

What is CVE-2023-53436?

A vulnerability in the Linux kernel SCSI module could lead to a possible memory leak if the device_add() function fails. Specifically, when an error occurs during device_add(), the allocated name via dev_set_name() must be correctly freed to prevent memory leaks. This can be effectively managed by calling put_device() on the error path, ensuring that resources are properly released in kobject_cleanp(). Addressing this vulnerability is crucial for maintaining the integrity and performance of systems utilizing the Linux kernel.

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