CVE-2025-38389: drm/i915/gt: Fix timeline left held on VMA alloc error
drm/i915/gt: Fix timeline left held on VMA alloc error
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/linuxto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 6.1.176-1Fixed in 6.1.190-1Fixed in 6.12.107-1Fixed in 6.12.113-1Fixed in 7.2.12-1Fixed in 7.2.13-1 - Upgrade
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Linux kernel drm/i915/gtto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Patch cc43422b3cc79eacff4c5a8ba0d224688ca9dd4f
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-38389?
CVE-2025-38389 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability in the Linux kernel.
How do I fix CVE-2025-38389?
To fix CVE-2025-38389, you should update your Linux kernel to the latest stable version that includes the patch.
What systems are affected by CVE-2025-38389?
CVE-2025-38389 affects the Linux kernel, specifically systems utilizing the i915 driver for Intel graphics.
What impact does CVE-2025-38389 have on system performance?
CVE-2025-38389 can potentially cause performance issues due to an error in memory allocation for the i915 driver.
When was CVE-2025-38389 reported?
CVE-2025-38389 was reported following sporadic errors during testing of the i915 driver in the Linux kernel.