CVE-2023-52746
Linux Kernel vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

CVE-2023-52746 is a security vulnerability identified in the Linux kernel, specifically in the xfrm/compat subsystem. The vulnerability relates to a potential Spectre v1 gadget in the xfrm_xlate32_attr() function (NVD, MITRE).

Technical details

The vulnerability exists in the Linux kernel's xfrm/compat subsystem, specifically affecting the xfrm_xlate32_attr() function implementation. It represents a potential Spectre v1 side-channel attack vector (NVD).

Mitigation and workarounds

The vulnerability has been resolved in the Linux kernel through patches, as evidenced by multiple kernel commits addressing the issue (Kernel Commit).

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