CVE-2023-53448 Details
Description
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: fbdev: imxfb: Removed unneeded release_mem_region Remove unnecessary release_mem_region from the error path to prevent mem region from being released twice, which could avoid resource leak or other unexpected issues.
A vulnerability in the Linux kernel's framebuffer device (fbdev) imxfb driver has been addressed. The issue involved an unnecessary call to release_mem_region in the error handling path, which could lead to the memory region being released twice. This flaw had the potential to cause a resource leak or other unforeseen problems.
Users can upgrade to the latest version of the Linux kernel where this vulnerability has been fixed.
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CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
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CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/38282a92c30422836d49e519bd109237f86a0888 | kernel.org | Patch |
| https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/45fcc058a75bf5d65cf4c32da44a252fbe873cd4 | kernel.org | Patch |
| https://git.kernel.org/stable/c/6aa851f6276fa08cd59b044bc2b803c49edf58a2 | kernel.org | Patch |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-617 | Reachable Assertion | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| linux linux kernel | >= 6.0, < 6.1.42 >= 6.2, < 6.4.7 6.5 rc1 6.5 rc2 |
CPE
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Change History
3 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | kernel.org |
| Jan 16, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Oct 1, 2025 | New CVE Received | kernel.org |