linux: A flaw was found within the parsing of extended attributes in the kernel ksmbd module
CVE-2023-4458 is fixed in linux on 1 platform, first by DEBIAN-CVE-2023-4458, released November 14, 2024. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: High.
A flaw was found within the parsing of extended attributes in the kernel ksmbd module. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Linux. Only systems with ksmbd enabled are vulnerable to this CVE.
Where it's fixed
| Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | |||
| linux · Debian 12.15 (bookworm) | 6.1.52-1 | DEBIAN-CVE-2023-4458 | Nov 14, 2024 |
| linux · Debian 13.5 (trixie) | 6.5.3-1 | DEBIAN-CVE-2023-4458 | Nov 14, 2024 |
| linux · Debian 14 | 6.5.3-1 | DEBIAN-CVE-2023-4458 | Nov 14, 2024 |
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