CVE-2025-0819: Mali GPU Kernel Driver allows access to already freed memory
Use After Free vulnerability in Arm Ltd Bifrost GPU Kernel Driver, Arm Ltd Valhall GPU Kernel Driver, Arm Ltd Arm 5th Gen GPU Architecture Kernel Driver allows a local non-privileged user process to perform valid GPU memory processing operations to gain access to already freed memory.This issue affects Bifrost GPU Kernel Driver: from r44p0 through r49p3, from r50p0 through r51p0; Valhall GPU Kernel Driver: from r44p0 through r49p3, from r50p0 through r54p0; Arm 5th Gen GPU Architecture Kernel Driver: from r44p0 through r49p3, from r50p0 through r54p0.
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What is the severity of CVE-2025-0819?
CVE-2025-0819 is classified as a medium-severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized access to freed memory.
How do I fix CVE-2025-0819?
To address CVE-2025-0819, upgrade to the latest versions of the affected Arm GPU kernel drivers that include the necessary security patches.
What systems are affected by CVE-2025-0819?
CVE-2025-0819 affects the Arm Ltd Bifrost, Valhall, and Arm 5th Gen GPU kernel drivers for specific versions between r44p0 and r54p0.
What type of attack does CVE-2025-0819 enable?
CVE-2025-0819 allows local non-privileged users to exploit freed memory, potentially leading to data corruption or elevation of privileges.
Who is responsible for fixing CVE-2025-0819?
It is the responsibility of system administrators and users of the affected Arm GPU drivers to ensure they are updated to avoid vulnerabilities like CVE-2025-0819.