CVE-2023-52470: drm/radeon: check the alloc_workqueue return value in radeon_crtc_init()
In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:
drm/radeon: check the allocworkqueue return value in radeoncrtcinit()
check the allocworkqueue return value in radeoncrtcinit() to avoid null-ptr-deref.
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Linux Kernel is vulnerable to a denial of service, caused by a NULL pointer dereference in radeoncrtcinit(). A local attacker could exploit this vulnerability to cause a denial of service.
— IBM
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-52470?
CVE-2023-52470 has not been assigned a severity rating, but it involves a potential null pointer dereference issue.
How do I fix CVE-2023-52470?
To fix CVE-2023-52470, update the Linux kernel to a version that includes the patch, such as 5.10.223-1, 6.1.123-1, or later.
Which Linux kernel versions are affected by CVE-2023-52470?
CVE-2023-52470 affects multiple Linux kernel versions ranging from 3.16.0 to 6.7.2, specifically within certain ranges.
What are the risks of not addressing CVE-2023-52470?
Not addressing CVE-2023-52470 may lead to system instability and potential exploitation through a null pointer dereference.
Is CVE-2023-52470 limited to specific Linux distributions?
CVE-2023-52470 is related to the Linux kernel and can affect any distribution utilizing vulnerable versions of the kernel.