CVE-2025-2879: Mali GPU Kernel Driver allows improper GPU processing operations
Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor vulnerability in Arm Ltd Valhall GPU Kernel Driver, Arm Ltd Arm 5th Gen GPU Architecture Kernel Driver allows a local non-privileged user process to perform improper GPU processing operations to expose sensitive data.This issue affects Valhall GPU Kernel Driver: from r29p0 through r49p4, from r50p0 through r54p0; Arm 5th Gen GPU Architecture Kernel Driver: from r41p0 through r49p4, from r50p0 through r54p0.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
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android/:unknown:to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in SoCVersion:2026-03-05 - Upgrade
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Arm Ltd Valhall GPU Kernel Driverto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in r49p5 - Upgrade
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Arm Ltd Valhall GPU Kernel Driverto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in r54p1 - Upgrade
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Arm Ltd Valhall GPU Kernel Driverto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in r55p0 - Upgrade
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Arm Ltd Arm 5th Gen GPU Architecture Kernel Driverto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in r49p5 - Upgrade
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Arm Ltd Arm 5th Gen GPU Architecture Kernel Driverto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in r54p1 - Upgrade
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Arm Ltd Arm 5th Gen GPU Architecture Kernel Driverto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in r55p0
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-2879?
CVE-2025-2879 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its ability to expose sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2025-2879?
To fix CVE-2025-2879, ensure that you update the vulnerable Arm Ltd Valhall GPU Kernel Driver or the Arm 5th Gen GPU Architecture Kernel Driver to the latest patched version.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-2879?
CVE-2025-2879 affects users running specific versions of the Arm Ltd Valhall GPU Kernel Driver and the Arm 5th Gen GPU Architecture Kernel Driver.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-2879?
CVE-2025-2879 is an exposure of sensitive information vulnerability that allows unauthorized users to access sensitive data.
When was CVE-2025-2879 disclosed?
CVE-2025-2879 was disclosed in late 2025, impacting users of affected Arm GPU kernel drivers.