CVE-2025-37785: ext4: fix OOB read when checking dotdot dir
ext4: fix OOB read when checking dotdot dir
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 5.15.180.1-1 - Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 6.6.92.2-1
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-37785?
CVE-2025-37785 is classified as moderate severity due to its potential for causing out-of-bounds reads.
How do I fix CVE-2025-37785?
To fix CVE-2025-37785, update your Linux kernel to the latest stable version where the vulnerability has been patched.
What systems are affected by CVE-2025-37785?
CVE-2025-37785 affects the Linux kernel, specifically systems that utilize the ext4 filesystem.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2025-37785?
The potential impacts of CVE-2025-37785 include data exposure and system instability due to out-of-bounds memory reads.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2025-37785?
CVE-2025-37785 involves an out-of-bounds read caused by a corrupted directory entry in the ext4 filesystem.