CVE-2023-53397 | Linux Kernel up to 6.4.3 modpost is_executable_section off-by-one

September 18, 2025 Yanac

A vulnerability has been found in Linux Kernel up to 6.4.3 and classified as critical. This affects the function is_executable_section of the component modpost. The manipulation leads to off-by-one.

This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2023-53397. The attack can only be initiated within the local network. No exploit exists.

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