CVE-2025-23160: media: mediatek: vcodec: Fix a resource leak related to the scp device in FW initialization

Published May 1, 2025
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Updated

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

media: mediatek: vcodec: Fix a resource leak related to the scp device in FW initialization

On Mediatek devices with a system companion processor (SCP) the mtkscp structure has to be removed explicitly to avoid a resource leak. Free the structure in case the allocation of the firmware structure fails during the firmware initialization.

Affected Software

7 affected components
Linux Kernel
Linux Linux kernel>=6.1.130<6.1.153
Linux Linux kernel>=6.6.36<6.6.88
Linux Linux kernel>=6.9.7<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
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-23160?

The severity of CVE-2025-23160 has been classified as low.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-23160?

To fix CVE-2025-23160, ensure that you are using the latest version of the Linux kernel where the vulnerability has been patched.

3

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2025-23160?

CVE-2025-23160 affects MediaTek devices that incorporate a system companion processor.

4

Is CVE-2025-23160 a critical vulnerability?

No, CVE-2025-23160 is not classified as a critical vulnerability due to its low severity rating.

5

What issues does CVE-2025-23160 address?

CVE-2025-23160 resolves a resource leak related to the SCP device during firmware initialization in the Linux kernel.

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