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CVE-2023-3865

8.1 · HIGH

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: ksmbd: fix out-of-bound read in smb2_write ksmbd_smb2_check_message doesn't validate hdr->NextCommand.

Published Aug 16, 2025CWE-125EPSS 0.63%

Overview

CVE-2023-3865 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on August 16, 2025 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved:

ksmbd: fix out-of-bound read in smb2_write

ksmbd_smb2_check_message doesn't validate hdr->NextCommand. If

->NextCommand is bigger than Offset + Length of smb2 write, It will

allow oversized smb2 write length. It will cause OOB read in smb2_write.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-3865?

CVE-2023-3865 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on August 16, 2025 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2023-3865?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2023-3865?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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