CVE-2023-31082
MediumAn issue was discovered in drivers/tty/n_gsm.c in the Linux kernel 6.2. There is a sleeping function called from an invalid context in gsmld_write, which will block the kernel. Note: This has been disputed by 3rd parties as not a valid vulnerability.
CVSS 3.1 score
5.5
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness type
CWE-763CVE-2023-31082 is a Release of Invalid Pointer or Reference vulnerability
What is Release of Invalid Pointer or Reference?
The product attempts to return a memory resource to the system but calls the wrong release function. Learn more on MITRE CWE
References
The following references provide additional information about CVE-2023-31082 including vendor advisories, patch commits, exploit details, and third-party analysis. Links are sourced from the NIST NVD database.
Frequently asked questions
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What is CVE-2023-31082?
CVE-2023-31082 is a Medium severity Linux kernel vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 out of 10 , classified as a Release of Invalid Pointer or Reference flaw (CWE-763) . CVE-2023-31082 has not been confirmed as actively exploited and is not listed in the CISA KEV catalog.
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What is the CVSS score for CVE-2023-31082?
CVE-2023-31082 has a CVSS score of 5.5 out of 10, rated Medium severity (CVSS 3.1). The vector string is
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H. -
Is there a patch available for CVE-2023-31082?
No patch is currently available for CVE-2023-31082. Monitor the NIST NVD and your Linux distribution's security advisories for updates.
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Is CVE-2023-31082 actively exploited?
No — CVE-2023-31082 has not been confirmed as actively exploited. It is not listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog.
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What is Release of Invalid Pointer or Reference (CWE-763)?
The product attempts to return a memory resource to the system but calls the wrong release function. View CWE-763 on MITRE CWE →