CVE-2023-53626
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Publication date: 2025-10-07

Last updated on: 2026-02-03

Assigner: kernel.org

Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ext4: fix possible double unlock when moving a directory
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Published
2025-10-07
Last Modified
2026-02-03
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2026-06-16
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2025-10-07
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-15
NVD
CVE-2023-53626
Affected Vendors & Products
Showing 7 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
linux linux_kernel 6.3
linux linux_kernel 5.10.175
linux linux_kernel 5.15.103
linux linux_kernel 5.4.237
linux linux_kernel 6.1.20
linux linux_kernel 6.2.7
linux linux_kernel From 5.15.160 (inc) to 5.16 (inc)
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CWE ID Description
CWE-415 The product calls free() twice on the same memory address.
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Executive Summary

This vulnerability in the Linux kernel's ext4 filesystem involves a possible double unlock when moving a directory. This means that during the operation of moving a directory, the kernel might attempt to release a lock twice, which can lead to instability or unexpected behavior in the system.

Impact Analysis

The impact of this vulnerability could include system instability, crashes, or potential security issues due to improper handling of locks in the filesystem when moving directories. This could affect system reliability and data integrity.

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