CVE-2023-53008
Medium
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: cifs: fix potential memory leaks in session setup Make sure to free cifs_ses::auth_key.response before allocating it as we might end up leaking memory in reconnect or mounting.
SeverityMedium
CVSS5.5
Exploit probability—
Product
Linux Kernel
PublishedMar 27, 2025
First seenMar 27, 2025
Weakness typeCWE-401CWE-401
How to fix
Update
- linux linux_kernel6.1.9 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| linux linux_kernel | v < 6.1.9, 6.2 | 6.1.9 |
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