CVE-2023-53651
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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: Input: exc3000 - properly stop timer on shutdown We need to stop the timer on driver unbind or probe failures, otherwise we get UAF/Oops.
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Published
2025-10-07
Last Modified
2026-02-03
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2026-05-07
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2025-10-07
EPSS Evaluated
2026-05-05
NVD
CVE-2023-53651
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Showing 1 associated CPE
Vendor Product Version / Range
linux linux_kernel From 6.2 (inc) to 6.2.3 (inc)
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CWE-UNKNOWN
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?

This vulnerability in the Linux kernel involves the exc3000 driver not properly stopping a timer during driver unbind or probe failures. If the timer is not stopped, it can lead to a Use-After-Free (UAF) condition or kernel Oops (crash). The fix ensures the timer is properly stopped to prevent these issues.


How can this vulnerability impact me? :

If exploited, this vulnerability can cause the Linux kernel to crash (Oops) or lead to a Use-After-Free condition, which may result in system instability, denial of service, or potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges.


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