CVE-2023-53407 | Linux Kernel up to 5.15.99/6.1.17/6.2.4 debugfs_lookup memory leak

September 18, 2025 Yanac

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in Linux Kernel up to 5.15.99/6.1.17/6.2.4. This issue affects the function debugfs_lookup. Executing manipulation can lead to memory leak.

This vulnerability is handled as CVE-2023-53407. The attack can only be done within the local network. There is not any exploit available.

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