CVE-2023-53993
Memory Leak in Linux Kernel PCI/DOE with CONFIG_DEBUG_OBJECTS
Publication date: 2025-12-24
Last updated on: 2025-12-24
Assigner: kernel.org
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| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
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| linux | linux_kernel | * |
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| CWE ID | Description |
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| CWE-UNKNOWN |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a memory leak in the Linux kernel related to the pci_doe_task. When CONFIG_DEBUG_OBJECTS is enabled, the work_struct associated with pci_doe_task is not properly destroyed after the task completes, leading to a memory leak.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The memory leak can cause increased memory usage over time, potentially leading to degraded system performance or instability if the leak accumulates significantly.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, ensure that your Linux kernel is updated to a version where the pci_doe_task memory leak with CONFIG_DEBUG_OBJECTS=y is fixed. Applying the latest kernel patches or updates from your distribution that address this issue is recommended.