SB20240531202 - Out-of-bounds read in Linux kernel usb gspca driver

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SB20240531202 - Out-of-bounds read in Linux kernel usb gspca driver

Published: May 31, 2024 Updated: May 14, 2025

Security Bulletin ID SB20240531202
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Denial of service

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Out-of-bounds read (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-52764)

The vulnerability allows a local user to perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.

The vulnerability exists due to an out-of-bounds read error within the set_flicker() function in drivers/media/usb/gspca/cpia1.c. A local user can perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References