CVE-2023-4211 Details
Description
A local non-privileged user can make improper GPU memory processing operations to gain access to already freed memory.
A use-after-free vulnerability has been identified in the Arm Mali GPU Kernel Driver. This vulnerability allows a local, non-privileged user to perform improper GPU memory processing operations, potentially leading to access of already freed memory. The issue arises from inadequate management of GPU memory, creating opportunities for exploitation.
Users are advised to apply mitigations as per the vendor's instructions or discontinue use of the product if no mitigations are available.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
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CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Nov 15, 2023References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2023-4211 | CISA-ADP | US Government Resource |
| https://developer.arm.com/Arm%20Security%20Center/Mali%20GPU%20Driver%20Vulnerabilities | CVE | Vendor Advisory |
| https://developer.arm.com/Arm%20Security%20Center/Mali%20GPU%20Driver%20Vulnerabilities | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
This CVE is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog
Reference CISA's BOD 22-01 and Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog for further guidance and requirements.
| Vulnerability Name | Date Added | Due Date | Required Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arm Mali GPU Kernel Driver Use-After-Free Vulnerability | Oct 3, 2023 | Oct 24, 2023 | Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-416 | Use After Free | [email protected] |
| CWE-416 | Use After Free | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| arm 5th gen gpu architecture kernel driver | >= r41p0, < r43p0 |
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| arm bifrost gpu kernel driver | >= r0p0, < r43p0 |
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| arm midgard gpu kernel driver | >= r12p0, <= r32p0 |
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| arm valhall gpu kernel driver | >= r19p0, < r43p0 |
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Change History
16 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Feb 26, 2026 | Modified Analysis | [email protected] |
| Feb 25, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Oct 23, 2025 | Modified Analysis | [email protected] |
| Oct 21, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Oct 21, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Oct 21, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Mar 10, 2025 | Modified Analysis | [email protected] |
| Feb 4, 2025 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Nov 29, 2024 | Modified Analysis | [email protected] |
| Nov 21, 2024 | CVE Modified | CVE |
| May 14, 2024 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Oct 4, 2023 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Oct 4, 2023 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Oct 3, 2023 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |