CVE-2023-2593

Medium

Description

A flaw exists within the Linux kernel's handling of new TCP connections. The issue results from the lack of memory release after its effective lifetime. This vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to create a denial of service condition on the system.

SeverityMedium
CVSS5.9
Exploit probability—
ProductLinux
PublishedJul 30, 2025
First seenJul 30, 2025
Weakness typeCWE-835CWE-835

How to fix

Update
  • linux6.2-rc3 or later

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
linuxv < 6.2-rc36.2-rc3

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