SB2024060848 - Information disclosure in Linux kernel hw hfi1 driver



SB2024060848 - Information disclosure in Linux kernel hw hfi1 driver

Published: June 8, 2024 Updated: May 13, 2025

Security Bulletin ID SB2024060848
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Information disclosure

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Information disclosure (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-52747)

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to information disclosure within the user_exp_rcv_setup() function in drivers/infiniband/hw/hfi1/file_ops.c. A local user can gain access to sensitive information.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.