CVE-2023-43514

CVSS 3.1 Score 7.8 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Jan 2, 2024
Updated: Apr 12, 2024
CWE ID 416

Summary

CVE-2023-43514 is a newly disclosed vulnerability that affects the handling of IOCTLs (Input/Output Control Techniques) calls from user space in a specific system component. The issue results in memory corruption, which can be exploited by malicious actors to execute arbitrary code and potentially gain unauthorized access to the system. The vulnerability exists in the internal memory management of the affected component, specifically during the execution of MAP and UNMAP operations. Successful exploitation could lead to serious security consequences, including data theft or system compromise. It is recommended that affected systems be updated as soon as possible to mitigate this risk.

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