# CVE-2023-53542: linux: In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:  ARM: dts: exynos: Use Exynos5420 compatible for...

CVE-2023-53542 is fixed in linux on 1 platform, first by DEBIAN-CVE-2023-53542, released October 4, 2025. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: Routine.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2023-53542
- Priority: Routine
- CVSS: 5.5 (medium)
- EPSS: 0.0016
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: Oct 4, 2025

## Description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:  ARM: dts: exynos: Use Exynos5420 compatible for the MIPI video phy  For some reason, the driver adding support for Exynos5420 MIPI phy back in 2016 wasn't used on Exynos5420, which caused a kernel panic. Add the proper compatible for it.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | linux Debian 12.15 (bookworm) | 6.1.20-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2023-53542](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2023-53542.md) | Oct 4, 2025 |
| Linux | linux Debian 13.5 (trixie) | 6.1.20-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2023-53542](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2023-53542.md) | Oct 4, 2025 |
| Linux | linux Debian 14 | 6.1.20-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2023-53542](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2023-53542.md) | Oct 4, 2025 |

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