CVE-2025-23159: media: venus: hfi: add a check to handle OOB in sfr region

Published May 1, 2025
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Updated

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

media: venus: hfi: add a check to handle OOB in sfr region

sfr->bufsize is in shared memory and can be modified by malicious user. OOB write is possible when the size is made higher than actual sfr data buffer. Cap the size to allocated size for such cases.

Affected Software

10 affected components
Linux Kernel
Linux Linux kernel>=4.13<5.4.293
Linux Linux kernel>=5.5<5.10.237
Linux Linux kernel>=5.11<5.15.181
Linux Linux kernel>=5.16<6.1.135
Linux Linux kernel>=6.2<6.6.88
Linux Linux kernel>=6.7<6.12.24
Linux Linux kernel>=6.13<6.13.12
Linux Linux kernel>=6.14<6.14.3
Debian Debian Linux=11.0

Event History

May 1, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:55 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:55 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-23159?

CVE-2025-23159 has a high severity due to the potential for out-of-bounds write vulnerabilities that can be exploited by malicious users.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-23159?

To fix CVE-2025-23159, update your Linux kernel to the latest stable version that includes the security patch.

3

What impact does CVE-2025-23159 have on affected systems?

CVE-2025-23159 can allow attackers to modify shared memory regions, leading to potential denial of service or code execution on affected systems.

4

Which versions of the Linux kernel are affected by CVE-2025-23159?

CVE-2025-23159 affects various versions of the Linux kernel prior to the patches being applied.

5

Is CVE-2025-23159 being actively exploited?

As of the latest updates, there are no confirmed reports of active exploitation of CVE-2025-23159 in the wild.

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