Linux Kernel Memory Leak Vulnerability in SCSI MPI3MR Component

Vulnerability

A memory leak vulnerability has been identified in the SCSI MPI3MR component of the Linux kernel. This issue arises from a missing memory deallocation, which has been addressed by adding a corresponding free operation. The vulnerability could potentially lead to resource exhaustion by improperly retaining memory that is no longer needed.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could result in a memory leak, causing increased memory usage over time and potentially leading to resource exhaustion.

Added: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM
Updated: Jun 9, 2025, 7:46 PM

Vulnerability Rating

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spread
9.0
impact
2.5
exploitability
5.3
remediation
0.0
relevance
0.0
threat
3.2
urgency
2.9
incentive
1.7

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