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CVE-2023-54179

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: scsi: qla2xxx: Array index may go out of bound Klocwork reports array 'vha->host_str' of size 16 may use index value(s) 16..19.

Published Dec 30, 2025EPSS 0.21%

Overview

CVE-2023-54179 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 30, 2025.

Technical description

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

scsi: qla2xxx: Array index may go out of bound

Klocwork reports array 'vha->host_str' of size 16 may use index value(s)

16..19. Use snprintf() instead of sprintf().

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-2023-54179?

CVE-2023-54179 is a known-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 30, 2025.

How severe is CVE-2023-54179?

CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2023-54179?

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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