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CVE-2023-53254: cacheinfo: Fix shared_cpu_map to handle shared caches at different levels

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: cacheinfo: Fix shared_cpu_map to handle shared caches at different levels The cacheinfo sets up the shared_cpu_map by checking whether the caches with the same index are shared between CPUs. However, this will trigger slab-out-of-bounds access if the CPUs do not have the same cache hierarchy. Another problem is the mismatched shared_cpu_map when the shared cache does not have the same index between CPUs. CPU0 I D L3 index 0 1 2 x ^ ^ ^ ^ index 0 1 2 3 CPU1 I D L2 L3 This patch checks each cache is shared with all caches on other CPUs.

HighCVSS 7.1Not KEV-listedUpdated
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Plain-English summary

A flaw in Linux kernel cache metadata handling can let a low-privileged local user trigger out-of-bounds memory access. The business risk is highest on systems where untrusted users can run local code, because the CVSS data indicates possible high confidentiality and availability impact.

Executive priority

Treat as high priority for Linux systems with local user access. It is not described as remotely exploitable, but kernel memory and availability impact justify prompt patch planning.

Technical view

Linux cacheinfo built shared_cpu_map by comparing caches at the same index across CPUs. If CPUs have different cache hierarchies, that assumption can cause slab out-of-bounds access and incorrect shared cache maps. The referenced fix compares each cache against all caches on other CPUs.

Likely exposure

Exposure is limited to affected Linux kernel versions or commits where local low-privileged code execution is possible. Network-only attackers are not indicated by the provided CVSS vector.

Exploitation context

The source bundle marks KEV as false and provides no cited evidence of active exploitation. The vulnerability is local, low-complexity, requires low privileges, and requires no user interaction according to CVSS.

Researcher notes

Evidence is limited to the CVE record and Linux stable commit references. No exploit details, public exploitation, or distribution-specific fixed package versions are provided in the bundle.

Mitigation direction

  • Update affected Linux kernels through the appropriate distribution or kernel vendor channel.
  • Confirm the deployed kernel includes one of the referenced stable fixes.
  • Prioritize multi-user systems and systems running untrusted local workloads.
  • Check vendor guidance for supported fixed versions before changing production kernels.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory Linux kernel versions across servers, workstations, and appliances.
  • Compare deployed kernels with the affected versions and referenced stable commits.
  • Verify distribution advisories map CVE-2023-53254 to installed packages.
  • Confirm reboot completion after kernel updates where required.
Prepared
Confidence
medium
Sources
5

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record
Severity
High
CVSS
7.1 (3.1)
Known Exploited
No
Published

Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H

Official CVE source material

CNA and ADP enrichment extracted from CVE v5

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1ADP providers
4Source links

SSVC decision data

CISA-ADPCISA Coordinator
Timestamp
Version
2.0.3
Exploitation: noneAutomatable: noTechnical Impact: partial

CVSS vector scores

1 official score

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ScoreVersionSeverityVectorExploitImpactSource
7.1CVSS 3.1HighCVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H1.85.2CISA-ADP

Vulnerability scoring details

Base CVSS 3.1 score

7.1High
CVSS 3.1 vector shape for CVE-2023-53254Attack VectorAttack ComplexityPrivileges RequiredUser InteractionScopeConfidentiality ImpactIntegrity ImpactAvailability Impact

Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H

Attack Vector
NetworkAdjacentLocalPhysical
Attack Complexity
LowHigh
Privileges Required
NoneLowHigh
User Interaction
NoneRequired
Scope
ChangedUnchanged
Confidentiality Impact
HighLowNone
Integrity Impact
HighLowNone
Availability Impact
HighLowNone

Vulnerability timeline

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  2. CVE publishedCVE Program

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  3. CVE updatedCVE Program

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ADP provider summaries

CISA-ADPCISA ADP Vulnrichment
cvssV3_1other:ssvc
Affected products

Products and packages named in the record

VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
LinuxLinux246246cbde5e840012f853e27630ebb59f409486, 246246cbde5e840012f853e27630ebb59f409486, 246246cbde5e840012f853e27630ebb59f409486unaffected
LinuxLinux3.19, 0, 6.1.18, 6.2.5, 6.3affected
Weakness

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Out-of-bounds Read

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