CVE-2025-22081: fs/ntfs3: Fix a couple integer overflows on 32bit systems

Published Apr 16, 2025
·
Updated

fs/ntfs3: Fix a couple integer overflows on 32bit systems

Affected Software

8 affected componentsFixes available
Linux Linux kernel
Linux Linux kernel>=5.15<5.15.180
Linux Linux kernel>=5.16<6.1.134
Linux Linux kernel>=6.2<6.6.87
Linux Linux kernel>=6.7<6.12.23
Linux Linux kernel>=6.13<6.13.11
Linux Linux kernel>=6.14<6.14.2
debian/linux
6.1.176-16.1.190-16.12.107-16.12.115-27.2.12-17.2.15-1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/linux to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.1.176-1Fixed in 6.1.190-1Fixed in 6.12.107-1Fixed in 6.12.115-2Fixed in 7.2.12-1Fixed in 7.2.15-1
  2. Configuration

    Use size_add() for the off + sizeof(struct NTFS_DE) calculation to prevent integer overflows on 32-bit systems.

    Linux kernel fs/ntfs3 off + sizeof(struct NTFS_DE) calculation = size_add()

Event History

Apr 16, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:12 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:12 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:16 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jul 11, 2025
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·07:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Peer vulnerabilities

Found alongside the following vulnerabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-22081?

CVE-2025-22081 has not been publicly assigned a severity rating, but it addresses integer overflow vulnerabilities that could potentially lead to system instability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-22081?

To fix CVE-2025-22081, update your Linux kernel to the latest stable version that includes the patch for this vulnerability.

3

Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2025-22081?

CVE-2025-22081 affects 32-bit systems running the Linux kernel that utilize NTFS file systems.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2025-22081?

The impact of CVE-2025-22081 involves potential integer overflow issues that can lead to unexpected behavior in the file handling of NTFS.

5

Is there any workaround for CVE-2025-22081?

There are no known workarounds for CVE-2025-22081 other than applying the patch provided in the updated kernel.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203