CVE-2023-53170
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Publication date: 2025-09-15

Last updated on: 2025-12-03

Assigner: kernel.org

Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: net: dsa: Removed unneeded of_node_put in felix_parse_ports_node Remove unnecessary of_node_put from the continue path to prevent child node from being released twice, which could avoid resource leak or other unexpected issues.
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Published
2025-09-15
Last Modified
2025-12-03
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2026-06-16
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2025-09-15
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-14
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CVE-2023-53170
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linux linux_kernel From 6.3 (inc) to 6.4.5 (exc)
linux linux_kernel 6.5
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves the Linux kernel's net subsystem, specifically the dsa component. It was caused by an unnecessary call to of_node_put in the felix_parse_ports_node function, which could lead to a child node being released twice. This improper handling could cause resource leaks or other unexpected issues.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability could lead to resource leaks or other unexpected issues in the Linux kernel's network subsystem. This might affect system stability or performance, potentially causing crashes or degraded operation.

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