CVE-2025-38237: media: platform: exynos4-is: Add hardware sync wait to fimc_is_hw_change_mode()

Published Jul 8, 2025
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Updated

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

media: platform: exynos4-is: Add hardware sync wait to fimcishwchangemode()

In fimcishwchangemode(), the function changes camera modes without waiting for hardware completion, risking corrupted data or system hangs if subsequent operations proceed before the hardware is ready.

Add fimcishwwaitintmsr0intmsd0() after mode configuration, ensuring hardware state synchronization and stable interrupt handling.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Linux Linux kernel
Linux Linux kernel>=3.10<5.4.295
Linux Linux kernel>=5.5<5.10.239
Linux Linux kernel>=5.11<5.15.186
Linux Linux kernel>=5.16<6.15.4
Debian Debian Linux=11.0

Event History

Jul 8, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:42 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:42 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-38237?

CVE-2025-38237 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause data corruption.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-38237?

To fix CVE-2025-38237, update your Linux kernel to the patched version that includes the fix for fimc_is_hw_change_mode().

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2025-38237?

CVE-2025-38237 affects the Linux kernel, specifically systems utilizing the exynos4-is camera drivers.

4

What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2025-38237?

CVE-2025-38237 is a race condition vulnerability that occurs during hardware mode changes in camera systems.

5

When was CVE-2025-38237 disclosed?

CVE-2025-38237 was disclosed as part of the ongoing security updates for the Linux kernel.

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